Peizhou Li | Mechanics of Functional and Smart Structures | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Dr. Peizhou Li | Mechanics of Functional and Smart Structures | Research Excellence Award

Professor at Shandong University | China

Professor Dr. Peizhou Li, a leading materials chemist at Shandong University, has made outstanding and sustained contributions to the design, synthesis, and application of functional porous materials, especially covalent organic frameworks (COFs) and metal–organic frameworks (MOFs). His research advances critical frontiers in photocatalysis, CO₂ photoreduction, H₂O₂ generation, proton-conductive materials, pollutant removal, and energy conversion technologies. With an exceptional publication record in high-impact journals such as Advanced Materials, JACS, Angewandte Chemie, Nature Communications, ACS Nano, and ACS Catalysis, he has significantly influenced modern materials science. His pioneering work in integrating photoactive units, creating robust frameworks, regulating pore microenvironments, and enhancing catalytic selectivity showcases both scientific creativity and technological relevance. Professor Li’s cross-disciplinary achievements, international research experience, and leadership in porous material innovations make him a highly deserving candidate for the Research Excellence Award.

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Featured Publications:

Integrating multifunctionalities into a 3D covalent organic framework for efficient CO₂ photoreduction. (2025). Angewandte Chemie International Edition.

Metalized porphyrin-based COFs for conductive porous layers in perovskite solar cells to enhance electron injection, defect passivation, and lead-protection. (2025). Angewandte Chemie International Edition.

Donor-Acceptor-π-Acceptor-Donor-type photosensitive covalent organic framework for effective photocatalytic aerobic oxidation. (2025). Journal of the American Chemical Society.

Integrating two photochromics into one three-dimensional covalent organic framework for synergistically enhancing multiple photocatalytic oxidations. (2025). Angewandte Chemie International Edition.

Facile construction of fluorine-free hydrophobic cotton fabrics by thiol-ene click reaction for oil-water separation. (2025). Progress in Organic Coatings.

Cesar Vasques | Mechanics of Functional and Smart Structures | Best Researcher Award

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Cesar Vasques | Mechanics of Functional and Smart Structures | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Cesar Vasques, University of Aveiro, Portugal

Dr. César Vasques, an accomplished mechanical engineer 🎓, earned his MSc (2003) and PhD (2008) from the University of Porto, Portugal. With expertise in vibrations, acoustics, and structural health monitoring 🏗️, he has held key roles in academia and industry, including INEGI, EFACEC, and the University of Aveiro. He has led 13+ R&D projects (€4M+), collaborated with ESA and EDA 🚀, and published extensively 📚. As an invited expert for the European Commission, he has evaluated €28M+ H2020 projects. His work spans aerospace, energy, and mechatronics, making impactful contributions to engineering innovation.

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Education 🎓

Assist. Prof. Dr. César Vasques 🎓 is a distinguished academic with a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Porto, Portugal 🇵🇹. With a strong background in mechanical, aerospace, and energy engineering 🚀⚡, he has contributed significantly to research and education. Dr. Vasques has held various academic positions, including Assistant Professor at multiple universities, where he has mentored students and advanced scientific knowledge 📚. His expertise and dedication to innovation make him a leading figure in his field, continuously pushing the boundaries of engineering excellence 🔬💡.

Work Experience 💼

Dr. César Vasques has demonstrated exceptional leadership in research and innovation, successfully leading 13 R&D projects, including collaborations with prestigious organizations like ESA 🌍 (European Space Agency) and EDA 🛡️ (European Defence Agency). Managing a budget of over 4 million euros 💶, he has driven groundbreaking advancements in engineering. Additionally, his participation in 11 more projects, with a combined budget exceeding 7 million euros, highlights his strategic vision and expertise 📊. Dr. Vasques continues to push the boundaries of research, fostering innovation and technological progress for the future 🔧💡.

Awards 🏅

Dr. César Vasques has earned prestigious accolades for his contributions to engineering and research. He was honored with the Best National Ph.D. Thesis Award in Applied and Computational Mechanics (2008) 🏅 and received the Best Student Article Award 📜. His impactful research has been highlighted twice by IOP and Elsevier 🌍. Actively engaged in the global scientific community, Dr. Vasques has participated in 32+ international conferences as a scientific board member, session chair, and organizer 🎤📊. His achievements underscore his dedication to advancing knowledge and fostering innovation in engineering 🔬💡.

Research Focus

Assist. Prof. Dr. César M. A. Vasques specializes in mechanical engineering, with a primary research focus on vibration control, smart materials, and viscoelastic damping technologies ⚙️🔬. His work explores active vibration control, piezoelectric actuation, and finite element modeling, contributing to advancements in structural dynamics and acoustics 🏗️📈. Dr. Vasques has also delved into experimental validation of damping models and optical fiber sensors for structural monitoring 🏭📡. His expertise spans feedback control strategies, multibody system dynamics, and smart beam applications, making significant impacts in aerospace, automotive, and civil engineering .

Publications 📚

Active vibration control of smart piezoelectric beams: comparison of classical and optimal feedback control strategies

Viscoelastic Damping Technologies-Part I: Modeling and Finite Element Implementation.

Arbitrary active constrained layer damping treatments on beams: Finite element modelling and experimental validation

Coupled three‐layered analysis of smart piezoelectric beams with different electric boundary conditions

Combined feedback/feedforward active control of vibration of beams with ACLD treatments: Numerical simulation

Active vibration control of a smart beam through piezoelectric actuation and laservibrometer sensing: simulation, design and experimental implementation

Active vibration control of spatial flexible multibody systems

Experimental identification of GHM and ADF parameters for viscoelastic damping modeling