Akbar Nazari-Golshan | Physics and Astronomy | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Akbar Nazari-Golshan | Physics and Astronomy | Best Researcher Award

Shahed University | Iran

Dr. Akbar Nazari-Golshan is an Associate Professor of Physics at Shahed University, Tehran, Iran. He is internationally recognized for his groundbreaking research in computational physics, dusty plasma, semi-analytical methods, and fluid and nano-fluid dynamics. With more than fifty peer-reviewed articles published in prestigious journals and over five hundred citations, Dr. Akbar Nazari-Golshan has established himself as a leading authority in advancing both theoretical and applied physics. His academic journey is defined by dedication to scientific discovery, impactful teaching, and the mentoring of young scholars. Through his innovative approaches and sustained contributions, Dr. Akbar Nazari-Golshan has strengthened the role of physics in addressing complex scientific and industrial challenges.

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Education

Dr. Akbar Nazari-Golshan pursued his entire academic path in physics at Amir Kabir University of Technology, Tehran. He completed his Bachelor of Science in Physics, building a strong foundation in the principles of physical sciences. He continued with a Master of Science in Physics, where he explored advanced topics in theoretical modeling and computational analysis. His studies culminated in a Doctor of Philosophy in Physics, with research centered on computational methods and semi-analytical approaches to nonlinear physical systems. This progression provided Dr. Akbar Nazari-Golshan with comprehensive expertise, blending theoretical depth with applied problem-solving skills.

Experience

Dr. Akbar Nazari-Golshan began his academic career as a Senior Lecturer at Amir Kabir University of Technology, where he actively contributed to teaching and guiding research in physics. He later joined Shahed University, first as a Senior Lecturer, before advancing to the role of Assistant Professor of Physics. His outstanding contributions in both teaching and research earned him promotion to Associate Professor of Physics, a role he continues to hold with distinction. Dr. Akbar Nazari-Golshan has taught a wide range of subjects, from introductory physics for undergraduates to advanced courses such as computational physics, nonlinear dynamics, quantum mechanics, and magnetic properties of solids for postgraduate students. Alongside teaching, he has supervised numerous doctoral and master’s students, managed two major industrial research projects, and contributed to bridging academic research with industrial applications. His career reflects a balance of scholarship, mentorship, and applied innovation.

Research Interests

The research portfolio of Dr. Akbar Nazari-Golshan spans several specialized areas within physics. His primary focus is on computational physics and the design of semi-analytical methods to solve nonlinear and complex systems. He has made significant contributions to the study of dusty plasma, deepening the understanding of its properties in laboratory and astrophysical settings. His work in fluid and nano-fluid dynamics has advanced computational simulations with applications in applied science and engineering. Additionally, Dr. Akbar Nazari-Golshan is active in nonlinear dynamics, plasma oscillations, and wave propagation, providing theoretical frameworks that are widely cited and used across multiple research domains. His interdisciplinary approach ensures that his research outcomes have both scientific and practical significance.

Awards

Dr. Akbar Nazari-Golshan has been honored for his academic achievements, innovative research, and outstanding contributions to teaching and student mentorship. His leadership in managing industrial projects has been widely acknowledged, reflecting his ability to apply theoretical expertise to practical solutions. His publication record, combined with strong international citations, has earned him recognition from the scientific community. Furthermore, Dr. Akbar Nazari-Golshan’s impact as a supervisor and educator highlights his lasting contributions to the academic and professional development of future physicists. His record of consistent excellence underlines his suitability for prestigious recognition such as the Best Researcher Award.

Publications

Dr. Akbar Nazari-Golshan has authored more than fifty peer-reviewed publications in top-tier international journals, with his research being cited extensively by global scholars. Selected publications include:

Title: On the exact solution of Newell-Whitehead-Segel equation using the homotopy perturbation method
Journal: arXiv preprint arXiv
Published on: 2015
Citation: 113

Title: On the exact solution of Burgers-Huxley equation using the homotopy perturbation method
Published on: 2015
Citation: 67

Title: A modified homotopy perturbation method coupled with the Fourier transform for nonlinear and singular Lane–Emden equations
Journal: Applied Mathematics Letters
Published on: 2013
Citation: 62

Title: On the homotopy perturbation method for the exact solution of Fitzhugh–Nagumo equation
Journal: International Journal of Mathematics & Computation
Published on: 2015
Citation: 39

Title: On the hybrid of Fourier transform and Adomian decomposition method for the solution of nonlinear Cauchy problems of the reaction-diffusion equation
Published on: 2012
Citation: 28

Title: A new modification to homotopy perturbation method combined with Fourier transform for solving nonlinear Cauchy reaction diffusion equation
Journal: Indian Journal of Physics
Published on: 2015
Citation: 27

Title: Investigation of nonextensivity trapped electrons effect on the solitary ion-acoustic wave using fractional Schamel equation
Journal: Physics of Plasmas
Published on: 2016
Citation: 26

Conclusion

Dr. Akbar Nazari-Golshan is a distinguished academic and researcher whose career reflects sustained excellence in both research and teaching. His contributions to computational physics, dusty plasma, fluid and nano-fluid dynamics, and semi-analytical methods have left a lasting impact on the global scientific community. With an extensive publication record, strong citation impact, leadership in industrial collaborations, and dedication to mentoring young researchers, Dr. Akbar Nazari-Golshan exemplifies the qualities of an outstanding scholar and innovator. His remarkable achievements make him an exemplary candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

Bo-Qiang Lu | Physics | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bo-Qiang Lu | Physics | Best Researcher Award

School of Science, Huzhou University | China

Dr. Bo-Qiang Lu is a dedicated and innovative Lecturer in Physics at Zhejiang University of Lake, China 🇨🇳. His research navigates the frontiers of the early universe, dark matter, domain walls, and gravitational waves. Through persistent inquiry and a commitment to theoretical advancement, Dr. Lu has contributed significantly to high-impact fields in modern cosmology and particle physics, with a focus on how fundamental particles shape our cosmic past and future.

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Strengths for the Awards✨

  1. Focused Expertise in Frontier Topics
    Bo-Qiang Lu has developed a strong specialization in high-impact areas of theoretical physics, including:

    • Early Universe cosmology

    • Dark matter

    • Gravitational waves

    • Domain wall dynamics
      These areas align well with global research priorities in fundamental physics and astrophysics.

  2. Significant Research Contributions and Innovation

    • Proposed novel mechanisms such as domain walls acting as cosmological oscillators, addressing the longstanding cosmological domain wall problem.

    • His predictions regarding domain wall annihilation and the gravitational wave spectrum matched the NANOGrav 15-year data, demonstrating high predictive power and originality (arXiv:2307.00746).

    • Proposed scalar-induced gravitational waves and provided theoretical groundwork for their detection.

  3. Strong Publication Record

    • 18 SCI-indexed publications, with 14 as first or corresponding author.

    • Published in high-impact journals such as PRD, JHEP, JCAP, and Physics Letters B.

    • Topics range from dark matter constraints to gravitational wave signatures and electroweak phase transitions, showcasing versatility.

  4. International Research Collaboration and Training

    • Postdoctoral fellowships at prestigious institutions (National Taiwan University and the Institute of Theoretical Physics, CAS).

    • Worked with several leading scientists and research groups, including participation in DAMPE and the Taiji Program.

  5. Recognition and Funding

    • Received national and provincial-level research grants, including the National Natural Science Foundation of China.

    • Awarded the National Scholarship for Doctoral Students.

    • Recognized as an Excellent Teacher in 2022.

  6. Research with Experimental Relevance

    • His theoretical work is linked with upcoming space-based gravitational wave detectors (LISA, Taiji, TianQin), and collider experiments, increasing its real-world impact potential.

🎓 Education

Dr. Lu’s academic journey began at Yangzhou University, where he earned his Bachelor’s degree in Physics (2009–2013). He then pursued a Ph.D. in Theoretical Physics at Nanjing University (2013–2017), where he studied under the guidance of Prof. Hong-Shi Zong and Prof. Shen-Jian Chen. During his doctoral studies, he undertook a prestigious Joint Ph.D. Training at the Purple Mountain Observatory, Chinese Academy of Sciences (2014–2016), mentored by Prof. Yi-Zhong Fan, solidifying his expertise in particle cosmology.

💼 Experience

After receiving his Ph.D., Dr. Lu engaged in two prestigious postdoctoral fellowships. From 2017–2019, he was a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Institute of Theoretical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, supervised by Prof. Yue-Liang Wu. From 2019–2021, he furthered his research as a Postdoctoral Fellow in Particle Physics at National Taiwan University, working with Prof. Zheng-Wei Jiang. In 2021, Dr. Lu joined Huzhou Normal University as a Lecturer, where he continues to make impactful contributions to the scientific community.

🔭 Research Interests On Physics

Dr. Lu’s research lies at the intersection of theoretical particle physics and cosmology. His recent focus includes:

  • Domain Walls and Gravitational Waves: He introduced the novel concept of domain walls as cosmological oscillators and revealed their gravitational wave signatures, offering new avenues to resolve the domain wall problem.

  • First-order Electroweak Phase Transitions: He investigates how phase transitions in early universe models could be observed via space-based gravitational wave detectors like Taiji and TianQin.

  • Dark Matter: Dr. Lu explores dark matter’s influence on early-universe phenomena and how future colliders and gravitational wave experiments might reveal its nature. His work supports models compatible with Planck satellite data and experimental constraints.

🏅 Awards

Dr. Lu has been recognized for both academic excellence and educational commitment:

  • National Scholarship for Doctoral Students, Nanjing University, 2016.

  • Excellent Teacher Award, Physics Group, Huzhou Normal University, 2022.

He is also a key contributor to several major scientific projects, such as the DAMPE satellite mission and the Taiji Program for gravitational wave detection.

📚 Publications

Dr. Lu has published 18 SCI-indexed papers, with 14 as first or corresponding author, in top journals like Physical Review D, JCAP, JHEP, and Physics Letters B. His work is well-cited and spans dark matter, gravitational waves, and cosmological phenomena. Notable publications include:

  1. Constraints on dark matter from AMS-02 electron data, Phys. Rev. D, 2015 – Cited by 70+

  2. Leptophilic dark matter in Galactic Center excess, Phys. Rev. D, 2016 – Cited by 90+

  3. Limits on dark matter from AMS02 data, Phys. Rev. D, 2016 – Cited by 85+

  4. Constraints on Sommerfeld-enhanced dark matter annihilation, JCAP, 2018

  5. First-order electroweak phase transition in Z₃ model, JHEP, 2020

  6. Clockwork axion and gravitational waves, JCAP, 2021

  7. Probing WIMPs in space-based GW experiments, Phys. Lett. B, 2022

  8. Scalar-induced gravitational waves from domain walls, JHEP, 2025

These publications reflect Dr. Lu’s ability to address key problems in theoretical physics and generate impactful scientific knowledge.

🧾 Conclusion

Dr. Bo-Qiang Lu is an emerging leader in the fields of cosmology and particle physics, known for his innovative ideas and interdisciplinary research. Through his impactful publications, collaborative projects, and commitment to education, he has significantly advanced our understanding of the early universe and dark matter. With a strong foundation and a clear vision for future exploration, Dr. Lu is an ideal candidate for recognition and support in any prestigious academic or research setting. 🏆

Bernard Jackson | Physics | Outstanding Scientist Award

Dr. Bernard Jackson | Physics | Outstanding Scientist Award

Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics / University of California | United States

Dr. Bernard V. Jackson is a distinguished physicist renowned for his contributions to solar corona, heliosphere, and transient phenomena research. His career began as a Skylab coronagraph postdoctoral fellow at the High Altitude Observatory in Boulder, Colorado, during the 1970s. Since joining the University of California, San Diego (UCSD) in the late 1970s, Dr. Jackson has made significant advancements in radio physics, interplanetary scintillation (IPS), and plasma physics. Notably, he played a crucial role in developing the UCSD IPS telescope array near Fallbrook, California, after the original instrumentation near Carlsbad was destroyed by fire in 1983. As a Co-Investigator (CoI) for the LASCO C3 instrument and a key contributor to the Solar Mass Ejection Imager (SMEI) project, Dr. Jackson has enhanced our understanding of heliospheric imaging and remote sensing.

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Strengths for the Awards✨

  • 🌟 Pioneering Contributions: Dr. Jackson’s extensive research on the solar corona, heliosphere, and transient phenomena has significantly advanced the understanding of interplanetary space.
  • 📡 Instrument Development: Key contributions to the development of the UCSD IPS telescope array and the Solar Mass Ejection Imager (SMEI) demonstrate his leadership in instrumental innovation.
  • 🔍 Data Analysis and Accessibility: The development of tomographic analysis programs and his commitment to making heliospheric data accessible to the scientific community highlight his impact on space weather forecasting.
  • 📚 Prolific Publication Record: With over 300 journal articles and review papers, his scholarly output showcases sustained productivity and global recognition.
  • 🌐 Collaborative Impact: His partnerships with NASA, the U.S. Air Force, and international research teams emphasize his collaborative spirit and influence across scientific communities.

🎓 Education

  • B.S. in Physics – University of Illinois, 1964
  • Ph.D. in Physics – Indiana University, 1970

📚 Experience

Dr. Jackson’s career spans decades of cutting-edge research at UCSD, focusing on IPS and plasma physics. He contributed significantly to the design, development, and testing of components for SMEI, launched in 2003 on the Air Force Space Test Program Coriolis Mission spacecraft. Furthermore, he developed a tomographic analysis program for accurate analysis of heliospheric data, making interplanetary scintillation data accessible for both scientific communities and the public through the NASA-Goddard Community Coordinated Modeling Center (CCMC).

🔬 Research Interests On Physics

Dr. Jackson’s research primarily revolves around the study of the solar corona, heliosphere, interplanetary scintillation, and plasma physics. His pioneering work in heliospheric tomography has been instrumental in understanding coronal mass ejections (CMEs) and solar wind structures.

🏆 Awards

Dr. Jackson’s exceptional contributions have earned him recognition as a leader in heliospheric imaging. He has been involved in numerous NASA and US Air Force-funded projects, underscoring his vital role in advancing space weather prediction and solar research.

📝 Publications

Dr. Jackson has published over 300 journal articles and review papers. Some selected publications include:

  1. The multiview observatory for solar terrestrial science (MOST)

    • Authors: N. Gopalswamy, S.D. Christe, S.F. Fung, Y. Park, B.V. Jackson
    • Year: 2024
    • Citations: 5
  2. Magnetohydrodynamic simulation of coronal mass ejections using interplanetary scintillation data observed from radio sites ISEE and LOFAR

    • Authors: K. Iwai, R.A. Fallows, M.M. Bisi, M. Tokumaru, K.N.I. Fujiki
    • Year: 2023
    • Citations: 3
  3. Interplanetary scintillation (IPS) analyses during LOFAR campaign mode periods that include the first three Parker Solar Probe close passes of the Sun

    • Authors: B.V. Jackson, M. Tokumaru, R.A. Fallows, L. Cota, M.T. Bracamontes
    • Year: 2023
    • Citations: 7
  4. Application of novel interplanetary scintillation visualisations using LOFAR: A case study of merged CMEs from September 2017

    • Authors: R.A. Fallows, K. Iwai, B.V. Jackson, M.M. Bisi, P. Zucca
    • Year: 2023
    • Citations: 6
  5. Validation of heliospheric modeling algorithms through pulsar observations I: Interplanetary scintillation-based tomography

    • Authors: C. Tiburzi, B.V. Jackson, L. Cota, M. Tokumaru, P. Zucca
    • Year: 2023
    • Citations: 6
  6. Forecasting Heliospheric CME Solar-Wind Parameters Using the UCSD Time-Dependent Tomography and ISEE Interplanetary Scintillation Data: The 10 March 2022 CME

    • Authors: B.V. Jackson, M. Tokumaru, K. Iwai, S. Yokota, Y. Saito
    • Year: 2023
    • Citations: 2
  7. CME propagation through the heliosphere: Status and future of observations and model development

    • Authors: M.B. Temmer, C. Scolini, I.G. Richardson, A.M. Veronig, B. Zhuang
    • Year: 2023
    • Citations: 16
  8. The Faraday Effect Tracker of Coronal and Heliospheric Structures (FETCH) instrument

    • Authors: E.A. Jensen, N. Gopalswamy, L.B.I.I.I. Wilson, B.V. Jackson, M.N. Kenny
    • Year: 2023
    • Citations: 4
  9. BepiColombo Science Investigations During Cruise and Flybys at the Earth, Venus and Mercury

    • Authors: V. Mangano, M. Dósa, M. Fraenz, M. Kobayashi, W. Baumjohann
    • Year: 2021
    • Citations: 34
  10. Impact of Inner Heliospheric Boundary Conditions on Solar Wind Predictions at Earth

  • Authors: S. Gonzi, M. Weinzierl, F.X. Bocquet, C.J. Henney, C. Nick Arge
  • Year: 2021
  • Citations: 16

📅 Conclusion

Dr. Bernard V. Jackson’s pioneering work in heliospheric imaging and interplanetary scintillation has profoundly advanced our understanding of the solar wind and coronal mass ejections. His dedication to data accessibility and collaboration with the global scientific community continues to shape the future of space weather prediction and solar research. Dr. Jackson’s career exemplifies a lifelong commitment to unraveling the complexities of our solar system.