Jiten Yadav | Material Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Jiten Yadav | Material Science | Best Researcher Award

Chandiagrh University, Punjab | India

Dr. Jiten Yadav is a dynamic and accomplished Materials Research Scientist, currently serving as an Assistant Professor at the University Centre of Research and Development, Chandigarh University, Punjab, India. With a Ph.D. in Materials Chemistry and over five years of dedicated research, he specializes in nanomaterials, hybrid composites, biofuels, environmental remediation, and sustainable technologies. Renowned for his innovative synthesis of functional materials and nanocomposites, Dr. Yadav has made significant strides in both academic and applied science. His multidisciplinary work bridges energy solutions, biomedical innovations, and pollution management, earning him recognition through numerous awards, publications, patents, and collaborative projects with national and international research bodies.

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Strengths for the Awards✨

Dr. Jiten Yadav’s prolific contributions in materials chemistry, nanotechnology, biofuels, and environmental remediation establish him as a research leader in his domain. His strengths include:

  • Research Productivity: With 14+ peer-reviewed publications, several of which are published in high-impact journals (IF > 5), and multiple manuscripts under review, Dr. Yadav demonstrates consistent scholarly output.

  • Patent Innovations: He has filed two patents, including a portable water filtering apparatus, reflecting his ability to translate lab research into real-world applications.

  • Interdisciplinary Expertise: His work spans nanomaterials, biomass, biosensors, catalysis, and wastewater treatment—showcasing broad applicability in energy, health, and environment sectors.

  • Instrumentation Mastery: He exhibits strong command over advanced instruments like XRD, FESEM, HRTEM, and CVD, critical for high-level materials research.

  • Academic Service & Mentorship: As a Board of Studies Member at Chandigarh University and mentor to postgraduate students, he contributes actively to curriculum development and research training.

  • Recognition and Presentations: He has received multiple oral/poster awards and participated in over 10 international/national conferences, proving his recognition in the academic community.

  • Collaborative Network: Dr. Yadav collaborates with researchers across India, Chile, the USA, and Poland, adding international value to his research network.

🎓 Education

Dr. Yadav holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry (2020–2024) and a Master’s of Science in Chemistry (2018–2020), both from Chandigarh University, Punjab, India. His foundational knowledge stems from a Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences (2015–2018), completed at Maharishi Dayanand University, Haryana. His education reflects a strong grounding in material science, advanced chemistry, and interdisciplinary applications.

👨‍🏫 Experience

Currently an Assistant Professor at Chandigarh University, Dr. Yadav leads high-impact research, mentors postgraduate students, and fosters academic-industry collaboration. His previous research engagements include significant industrial training with Ind-Swift, Ranbaxy, Cipla, and GSK. He has contributed to curriculum development as a Board of Studies Member, organized faculty workshops, and served as a session presenter in analytical and nanotechnology seminars. His teaching portfolio spans hands-on lab instruction and the supervision of master’s thesis projects.

🔍 Research Interest On Material Science

Dr. Yadav’s research spans nanomaterials, metal oxides, biosensors, polymer science, catalysts, biomass-derived fuels, and 2D materials like MXenes and graphene. His primary focus lies in energy conversion, photocatalytic degradation, wastewater treatment, and environmental remediation. With a hands-on approach to synthesizing sustainable materials, his work integrates green chemistry principles to drive innovation in energy, biomedicine, and environmental sciences.

🏅 Awards & Honors

Dr. Yadav has received four Best Poster/Oral Presentation Awards at national and international conferences between 2020 and 2023. As a Board of Studies Member at Chandigarh University, he has significantly contributed to academic excellence and curriculum enhancement. His leadership has been instrumental in organizing workshops on nanoscience and sustainable chemistry. He is also an active reviewer for prestigious journals like Applied Surface Science Advances, Heliyon, Scientific Reports, and MDPI Journals.

📚 Publications

  1. Biosensor detection of COVID-19 in lung cancer: Hedgehog and mucin signaling insights
    Authors: H. Marwah, J. Pant, J. Yadav, K. Shah, H.K. Dewangan
    Year: 2023
    Cited by: 18

  2. Malachite green dye purification from effluent using synthesized ceramic clay: Characterisation; optimization and scale up
    Authors: J. Yadav, O. Sahu
    Year: 2023
    Cited by: 14

  3. A review: on malachite green; synthesis, uses and toxic effects
    Authors: J. Yadav, K. Qanungo
    Year: 2023
    Cited by: 13

  4. Dye removal of cationic dye from aqueous solution through acid functionalized ceramic
    Authors: J. Yadav, O. Sahu
    Year: 2023
    Cited by: 11

  5. Bioadsorption of dye from textile effluent with surface response methodology
    Authors: J. Yadav, O. Sahu, H. Marwah
    Year: 2022
    Cited by: 5

  6. Optimizing malachite green dye removal with nano-silica clay in fixed-bed reactors
    Authors: J. Yadav, H. Marwah, J. Pant, J. Kumar
    Year: 2024
    Cited by: 2

  7. Identification of the Casparian strip integrity factor (CIF) gene family in Brassica napus and functional prediction of mature CIF small peptides
    Authors: M. Cheng, H. Hu, R. Chen, L. He, S. Wang, Y. Zheng, J. Yadav, H.O. Elansary, …
    Year: 2025

  8. Textile Wastewater Treatment for Basic Fuchsin Dye Removal using Highly Efficient Nano Earthenware Clay in Fixed-Bed Reactors
    Authors: J. Yadav, S. Chahal, V. Kashyap, K. Saxena, C. Kumar
    Year: 2025

  9. Investigation of nanoscale surface roughness, fractal growth, optical constant and dispersion parameters of rf-sputtered CdS thin films for high-performance metal–semiconductor …
    Authors: S. Pathak, S. Chaudhary, M. Shrivastav, J. Yadav, S. Shukla, Ş. Ţălu, …
    Year: 2025

  10. A Review on Biodiesel Production
    Authors: J. Yadav, O. Sahu
    Year: 2021

✅ Conclusion

With an exceptional record in materials chemistry, environmental applications, and sustainable nanotechnology, Dr. Jiten Yadav exemplifies scientific excellence, innovation, and societal impact. His versatile experience—from leading lab-based research to developing policy and mentoring students—underscores his role as a future leader in science and engineering. His contributions in publications, patents, pedagogy, and practical technologies stand as a testament to his dedication and influence.

Haochen Yao | Nanotechnology | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Haochen Yao | Nanotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Haochen Yao is an accomplished Associate Professor affiliated with the Key Laboratory & Engineering Laboratory of Lymphatic Surgery of Jilin Province and the China-Japan Union Hospital at Jilin University. With a deep-rooted dedication to clinical innovation and translational research in lymphatic and vascular diseases, Dr. Yao has made significant contributions to biomedical science, particularly in immune modulation and nanomedicine. His career reflects a balance of academic excellence, clinical practice, and impactful scientific discovery.

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Strengths for the Awards✨

  1. High-Impact Publications:
    Dr. Yao has an impressive publication record in top-tier journals such as Nano Letters, Advanced Science, ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, and Biomaterials. Many of these journals have high impact factors (ranging from 6.2 to 14.3), indicating the significance and quality of his work.

  2. Cutting-Edge Research Areas:
    His research focuses on cancer immunotherapy, nanomedicine, biomaterials, and tumor microenvironment modulation—fields that are both clinically relevant and technologically advanced. These areas have significant translational potential, especially for oncology and regenerative medicine.

  3. Innovative Techniques:
    Dr. Yao utilizes advanced methodologies, including nano-drug delivery, immune checkpoint enhancement, and hydrogel-based wound healing, showcasing technical innovation.

  4. Multidisciplinary Collaboration:
    His affiliations with engineering laboratories and joint research centers demonstrate strong interdisciplinary collaboration, essential for translational biomedical research.

  5. Leadership and Recognition:
    As an associate professor and corresponding or first author on several papers, Dr. Yao has shown leadership in his research teams. He also works in recognized institutions like Jilin University and the Chinese Academy of Sciences.

🎓 Education

Dr. Yao earned all his academic degrees from Jilin University, reflecting a profound and continuous commitment to medical science. He completed his Ph.D. in Pathogenic Biology (2019–2022), preceded by a Master’s degree in Surgery (2015–2018), and a Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Medicine (2009–2014). This progressive academic pathway underscores his solid foundation in both theoretical knowledge and clinical skills.

💼 Experience

Currently serving as an Attending Physician at the General Surgery Center of the First Hospital of Jilin University (2022.09–2025.03), Dr. Yao combines medical practice with cutting-edge research. He previously contributed as a Research Assistant at the Key Laboratory of Polymer Ecomaterials, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences (2019.09–2022.06), where he cultivated his expertise in polymeric biomaterials and nano-based therapeutic systems.

🔬 Research Interest On Nanotechnology

Dr. Yao’s research interests span nanomedicine, tumor immunotherapy, lymphatic system diseases, and biomaterials. His work is particularly focused on enhancing immune checkpoint therapies, modulating gut microbiota for cancer treatment, and designing multifunctional nanoprodrugs. He is passionate about integrating materials science with clinical oncology to develop next-generation therapeutics.

🏆 Awards

While specific awards are not listed in the provided CV, Dr. Yao’s consistent authorship in high-impact journals and his progressive academic and professional roles indicate recognition and respect in his field. This nomination itself stands as a testament to his outstanding contributions and potential.

📚 Publications

Dr. Yao has authored numerous impactful publications in leading journals. Below is a selection of his peer-reviewed work:

1. A Syringeable Immunotherapeutic Hydrogel Enhances T Cell Immunity via In-Situ Activation of STING Pathway for Advanced Breast Cancer Postoperative Therapy

  • Authors: Baozhen Zhang, Min Li, Jiahua Ji, Xinghui Si, Xiaojiao Yin, Guofeng Ji, Liqun Ren, Haochen Yao

  • Year: 2025

  • Journal: Frontiers in Immunology

  • DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2025.1523436

2. An Antibacterial Hemostasis Sponge of Gelatin/ε-Poly-L-Lysine Composite

  • Authors: Yifan Lu, Xiangxin Lou, Wenxin Wang, Ziting Yang, Haochen Yao, Jinglei Wu

  • Year: 2025

  • Journal: Journal of Biomedical Materials Research Part B: Applied Biomaterials

  • DOI: 10.1002/jbm.b.35528

3. Chitosan-Based Immunomodulatory Bioadhesive Hydrogel Promotes Liver Hemostasis and Repair

  • Authors: Wenxin Wang, Haochen Yao, Jie Xia, Xinjian Wan, Jinglei Wu

  • Year: 2025

  • Journal: Carbohydrate Polymers

  • DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2025.123268

4. In-Situ Activation of Biomimetic Single-Site Bioorthogonal Nanozyme for Tumor-Specific Combination Therapy

5. Synergistic Design of Hierarchical and Heterostructural P-NiMoO₄@Net-like Ni₂P for Enhanced Hydrogen Evolution Electrocatalysis

  • Authors: Jian Tang, Jun Fang, Haochen Yao, Jianglong Wei, Geng Gao, Yusong Yang, Bin Yang, Yaochun Yao

  • Year: 2025

  • Journal: Journal of Colloid and Interface Science

  • DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2025.137313

6. High‐Efficiency Carriers’ Separation Strategy Based Ultrasmall‐Bandgap CuWO₄ Sono‐Enhances GSH Antagonism for Cuproptosis Cascade Immunotherapy

  • Authors: Lichao Zhu, Zhisheng Guo, Yu Luo, Haiyan Huang, Kexin Zhang, Bingbing Duan, Renmiao Peng, Haochen Yao, Chao Liang, Kaiyang Wang

  • Year: 2025

  • Journal: Advanced Science

  • DOI: 10.1002/advs.202500576

7. Myocardia‐Injected Synergistically Anti‐Apoptotic and Anti‐Inflammatory Poly(amino acid) Hydrogel Relieves Ischemia‐Reperfusion Injury

  • Authors: Qiang Luo, Zhibo Li, Wei Sun, Guoliang Wang, Haochen Yao, Guoqing Wang, Bin Liu, Jianxun Ding

  • Year: 2025

  • Journal: Advanced Materials

  • DOI: 10.1002/adma.202420171

8. A Tumor-Targeting Nano-Adjuvant for In Situ Vaccine Based on Ultrasound Therapy

  • Authors: Linjie Cui, Haochen Yao, Fuxin Xue, Jiali Sun, Xitong Ren, Mengfei Zheng, Zhilin Liu, Zhaohui Tang

  • Year: 2024

  • Journal: Aggregate

  • DOI: 10.1002/agt2.504

📝 Conclusion

Dr. Haochen Yao represents the future of translational biomedical research. His multidisciplinary approach, spanning surgery, nanotechnology, and immunology, exemplifies innovation with clinical relevance. His trajectory from clinical medicine to high-impact scientific contribution makes him a compelling candidate for this award nomination. 🌟

Dhiraj Kumar Rana | Materials | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Dhiraj Kumar Rana | Materials | Best Researcher Award

Postdoctoral Fellow | Indian Institute of Technology Delhi | India

Dr. Dhiraj Kumar Rana is a distinguished researcher in Materials Science and Polymer Engineering, currently serving as a National Post-Doctoral Fellow at the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi. His research primarily focuses on multiphase polymeric and elastomeric materials, functional smart materials, and their applications in energy storage, wearable electronics, and soft robotics. With a strong academic foundation and extensive research contributions, Dr. Rana has made significant advancements in flexible charge storage materials and elastomeric nanocomposites.

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Strengths for the Awards✨

  • Extensive Research Experience – With a career spanning over two decades in physical chemistry and photochemistry, Professor Yang has made significant contributions to the field.
  • Innovative Research in Phototherapy – His work on photochemical probes, nanotechnology for drug-controlled release, and phototherapy (both photodynamic and photothermal therapy) is impactful in medical and pharmaceutical sciences.
  • High Research Output – He has published 46 SCI-indexed research articles, with recent publications in top-tier journals like Biomaterials and Analytical Chemistry.
  • Funded Research Projects – Successfully secured grants, including the National Natural Science Foundation (21473101).
  • Intellectual Property Contributions – Holds four patents, demonstrating his focus on innovation and real-world applications.

Education 🎓

Dr. Rana obtained his B.Sc. in Physics (Honours) from North Orissa University, Baripada, in 2008, followed by an M.Sc. in Physics from NIT Rourkela in 2010. He further specialized in Advanced Materials Science and Technology with an M.Tech. from NIT Durgapur in 2013. His Ph.D., awarded by NIT Durgapur in 2019, focused on Experimental Condensed Matter Physics, emphasizing electrical and magnetic properties of polymer multiferroic nanocomposites.

Experience 🌍

Dr. Rana has held several research positions, including Junior Research Fellow at BIT Patna, Research Associate at NIT Durgapur, and Institute Post-Doctoral Fellow at IISER Mohali. Since 2022, he has been a National Post-Doctoral Fellow at IIT Delhi, contributing significantly to the development of novel polymeric materials for flexible electronics. His teaching experience includes courses in Engineering Physics and Advanced Physics at NIT Durgapur and Jharkhand Raksha Shakti University, Ranchi.

Research Interests On Materials🔬

Dr. Rana’s research encompasses a broad range of topics within Materials Science and Polymer Engineering. His expertise includes multiphase polymeric and elastomeric materials, dielectric and magnetic elastomers, flexible charge storage, nanomaterial synthesis (barium titanate, ferrite nanoparticles, graphene oxide, etc.), and applications in soft robotics and wearable electronics. He is proficient in advanced characterization techniques such as XRD, SEM, TEM, AFM, and various electrical, dielectric, and thermal analysis methods.

Awards 🏆

Dr. Rana has been recognized for his contributions to materials science through prestigious fellowships, including the SERB-National Post-Doctoral Fellowship. His research achievements have also earned him accolades in the field of advanced functional materials.

Publications 📚

  • Title: Electrical and room temperature multiferroic properties of polyvinylidene fluoride nanocomposites doped with nickel ferrite nanoparticles
    Authors: DK Rana, SK Singh, SK Kundu, S Roy, S Angappane, S Basu
    Publication Year: 2019
    Citations: 67

  • Title: Electrical and magnetic properties of polyvinyl alcohol–cobalt ferrite nanocomposite films
    Authors: DK Rana, SK Singh, SK Kundu, RJ Choudhary, S Basu
    Publication Year: 2018
    Citations: 34

  • Title: Influence of microstructural alterations of liquid metal and its interfacial interactions with rubber on multifunctional properties of soft composite materials
    Authors: PS Banerjee, DK Rana, SS Banerjee
    Publication Year: 2022
    Citations: 26

  • Title: Relaxor ferroelectric behavior of “A” site deficient Bismuth doped Barium Titanate ceramic
    Authors: T Badapanda, V Senthil, DK Rana, S Panigrahi, S Anwar
    Publication Year: 2012
    Citations: 25

  • Title: An easy synthesis of carbon-supported silver–cobalt bimetallic nanoparticles to study the electrocatalytic performance in alkaline borohydride fuel cell
    Authors: S Dey, S Pramanik, P Chakraborty, DK Rana, S Basu
    Publication Year: 2022
    Citations: 18

  • Title: Development of organic-inorganic flexible PVDF-LaFeO3 nanocomposites for the enhancement of electrical, ferroelectric and magnetic properties
    Authors: DK Rana, V Mehta, SK Kundu, S Basu
    Publication Year: 2020
    Citations: 18

  • Title: Enhanced multiferroic, magnetodielectric and electrical properties of Sm doped Lanthanum ferrite nanoparticles
    Authors: SK Kundu, DK Rana, L Karmakar, D Das, S Basu
    Publication Year: 2019
    Citations: 15

  • Title: Enhancement of electrical and magnetodielectric properties of BiFeO3 incorporated PVDF flexible nanocomposite films
    Authors: DK Rana, SK Kundu, RJ Choudhary, S Basu
    Publication Year: 2019
    Citations: 14

  • Title: Surfactant-free synthesis of carbon-supported silver (Ag/C) nanobars as an efficient electrocatalyst for alcohol tolerance and oxidation of sodium borohydride in alkaline medium
    Authors: S Dey, P Chakraborty, DK Rana, S Pramanik, S Basu
    Publication Year: 2021
    Citations: 13

  • Title: Influence of manganese on multiferroic and electrical properties of lanthanum ferrite nanoparticles
    Authors: SK Kundu, DK Rana, A Banerjee, D Das, S Basu
    Publication Year: 2019
    Citations: 7

Conclusion 📊

Dr. Dhiraj Kumar Rana is an accomplished scientist whose research has significantly contributed to the advancement of functional and smart materials. His expertise in polymeric nanocomposites and energy storage applications continues to drive innovation in flexible electronics and soft robotics. With an impressive publication record and ongoing research at IIT Delhi, Dr. Rana remains at the forefront of cutting-edge materials science research.