Yuan-Hsiang Yu | Elasticity | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Yuan-Hsiang Yu | Elasticity | Research Excellence Award

Professor and Chair at Department of Chemistry | Fu Jen Catholic University | Taiwan

Yuan-Hsiang Yu is a distinguished Taiwanese chemist, researcher, and academic leader specializing in polymer nanocomposites, optoelectronic materials, sensing technologies, anticorrosion coatings, and metal–organic framework applications. He currently serves as Professor and Chair of the Department of Chemistry at Fu Jen Catholic University. With decades of academic and industrial research experience, he has significantly contributed to advanced materials science, energy materials, flame-retardant systems, and nanotechnology. His extensive publication record, patented innovations, and sustained recognition through national research excellence awards have established him as an internationally respected scholar in chemistry and materials engineering research communities.

Professional Profile 

Education

Yuan-Hsiang Yu earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from Fu Jen Catholic University between 1986 and 1990. He later pursued doctoral studies at National Taiwan University, obtaining his Ph.D. in Chemistry in 1995. His academic training provided a strong foundation in polymer chemistry, nanocomposite materials, electrochemistry, and optoelectronic systems. During his graduate education, he developed expertise in advanced materials synthesis and characterization, which later became central to his research career. His educational background reflects a combination of rigorous scientific training, innovation-oriented research, and interdisciplinary knowledge in modern chemistry and materials science.

Professional Experience

Yuan-Hsiang Yu possesses extensive academic and industrial experience spanning more than two decades. He currently serves as Chair and Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Fu Jen Catholic University. Prior to this role, he served as Associate Professor and Assistant Professor at the same institution and also taught at Lan Yang Institute of Technology and Chung Yuan Christian University. In industry, he worked as R&D Manager at TECO Group, leading research in display and nanotechnology applications. His combined academic and industrial expertise has enabled impactful innovations in materials chemistry, coatings, nanotechnology, and optoelectronic engineering.

Award and Honor

Yuan-Hsiang Yu has received numerous prestigious awards recognizing his excellence in research, teaching, and innovation. He earned the National Science and Technology Council and Ministry of Science and Technology Special Outstanding Talent Award repeatedly from 2015 through 2025, demonstrating sustained research excellence. He also received the Outstanding Research Award from Fu Jen Catholic University in 2022. His dedication to education was acknowledged through multiple Excellent Teaching Awards and College Teaching Excellence honors. In addition, he earned Industry Cooperation Awards and Highly-Cited Paper Awards for influential scientific publications, reflecting his remarkable contributions to chemistry, nanotechnology, and advanced materials research.

Research Focus

Yuan-Hsiang Yu focuses on advanced functional materials and nanotechnology-driven applications in chemistry and engineering. His research includes polymer nanocomposites, graphene-based hybrid materials, metal–organic frameworks, optoelectronic materials, sensing platforms, and anticorrosion coatings. He has extensively investigated flame-retardant materials, hydrogen production photocatalysts, solar cell technologies, gas sensors, and electrochemical detection systems. His work integrates nanostructured materials with sustainable energy and environmental applications to improve performance, durability, and safety. Through interdisciplinary collaboration, he has contributed significantly to the development of innovative materials for energy conversion, environmental protection, biomedical sensing, and industrial coating technologies with strong practical and scientific impact.

Publications Top Noted

Title: High-performance polystyrene/graphene-based nanocomposites with excellent anti-corrosion properties
Author: Yuan-Hsiang Yu, Yan-Yu Lin, Chia-Hsuan Lin, Chih-Chieh Chan, Ying-Chieh Huang
Year: 2014

Title: Preparation and properties of poly (vinyl alcohol)–clay nanocomposite materials
Author: Yuan-Hsiang Yu, Ching-Yi Lin, Jui-Ming Yeh, Wei-Hsiang Lin
Year: 2003

Title: Siloxane-modified epoxy resin–clay nanocomposite coatings with advanced anticorrosive properties prepared by a solution dispersion approach
Author: Jui-Ming Yeh, Hisu-Yin Huang, Chi-Lun Chen, Wen-Fen Su, Yuan-Hsiang Yu
Year: 2006

Title: Comparative studies of the properties of poly(methyl methacrylate)–clay nanocomposite materials prepared by in situ emulsion polymerization and solution dispersion
Author: Jui-Ming Yeh, Shir-Joe Liou, Mei-Chun Lai, Yu-Wen Chang, Cheng-Yu Huang, Chen-Ping Chen, Jenn-Huey Jaw, Tsung-Yen Tsai, Yuan-Hsiang Yu
Year: 2004

Title: Organo-soluble polyimide (TBAPP–OPDA)/clay nanocomposite materials with advanced anticorrosive properties prepared from solution dispersion technique
Author: Yuan-Hsiang Yu, Jui-Ming Yeh, Shir-Joe Liou, Yen-Po Chang

Conclusion

Yuan-Hsiang Yu has built an outstanding career marked by academic leadership, scientific innovation, and impactful research contributions in chemistry and materials science. His extensive publication record, patented technologies, industrial collaborations, and sustained recognition through national and institutional awards demonstrate his dedication to advancing modern materials research. Through pioneering studies in nanocomposites, optoelectronic materials, metal–organic frameworks, and sensing technologies, he has contributed significantly to both scientific knowledge and practical technological applications. As an educator, researcher, and innovator, Professor Yu continues to inspire future scientists while strengthening the global impact of advanced materials and nanotechnology research.

 

Miguel Angel Martinez Bohorquez | Elasticity | Excellence in Research Award

Mr. Miguel Angel Martinez Bohorquez | Elasticity | Excellence in Research Award

phD at University of Huelva | Spain

Mr. Miguel Angel Martinez Bohorquez is a Senior Lecturer in Electronic, Computer and Automatic Engineering at the University of Huelva whose work spans control engineering, electronic instrumentation, renewable energies, hydrogen technologies and energy rehabilitation, distinguished by a solid academic foundation including Industrial Technical Engineering from the University of Seville, Electronic Engineering from the University of Granada and a PhD from the University of Huelva awarded Cum Laude with honours, complemented by multiple officially certified research and transfer evaluation periods; he has contributed extensively to scientific and technological advancement through more than forty-five peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, patents, congress contributions and technical reports, and has played major roles in over two dozen European, national, regional and industrial research projects involving smart grids, hydrogen energy systems, photovoltaic optimisation, geothermal technologies, robotics and energy-efficient building solutions; he is co-inventor of several internationally extended patents currently in industrial exploitation and co-founder of Onurobotics S.L., a technology-based spin-off of the University of Huelva, demonstrating strong commitment to innovation and technology transfer; his academic leadership includes serving as Deputy Director of University Extension at ETSI, Director of the Fundación Cruzcampo Chair at the University of Huelva, Board Member of the School of Engineering and President of the Curriculum Committee for Mining and Mechanical Engineering degrees; he has supervised doctoral research and continues co-supervising multiple theses, while maintaining active membership in the recognized excellence research group “Control and Robotics” (TEP192) and contributing to the Research Center for Technology, Energy and Sustainability, positioning him as a forward-thinking engineer and researcher dedicated to advancing sustainable energy technologies, intelligent control systems, applied instrumentation and real-world technological innovation.

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Featured Publications:

Andújar, J. M., & Segura, F. (2009). Fuel cells: History and updating. A walk along two centuries. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 13(9), 2309–2322.

Andujar, J. M., Mejías, A., & Márquez, M. A. (2010). Augmented reality for the improvement of remote laboratories: An augmented remote laboratory. IEEE Transactions on Education, 54(3), 492–500.

Enrique, J. M., Durán, E., Sidrach-de-Cardona, M., & Andujar, J. M. (2007). Theoretical assessment of the maximum power point tracking efficiency of photovoltaic facilities with different converter topologies. Solar Energy, 81(1), 31–38.

Vivas, F. J., De las Heras, A., Segura, F., & Andújar, J. M. (2018). A review of energy management strategies for renewable hybrid energy systems with hydrogen backup. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 82, 126–155.

Sánchez Cordero, A., Gómez Melgar, S., & Andújar Márquez, J. M. (2019). Green Building Rating Systems and the new framework Level(s): A critical review of sustainability certification within Europe. Energies, 13(66), 1–26.

 

Elbaz Abouelmagd | Elasticity | Editorial Board Member

Prof. Elbaz Abouelmagd | Elasticity | Editorial Board Member

Join the Editorial Board Member Committee at National Research Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics | Egypt

Prof. Elbaz Abouelmagd widely recognized in scientific literature as Elbaz I. Abouelmagd, is an Egyptian associate professor of applied mathematics specializing in celestial mechanics and space dynamics, serving at the National Research Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics in Cairo, where he leads the Stellar Astronomy Laboratory and contributes to the advancement of space science research through a distinguished academic path built upon a Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, a Master’s degree in applied mathematics focused on the stability of Lagrangian points in the restricted three-body problem, an Aerospace Diploma in astronomy, and a doctoral degree centered on semi-analytical solutions for perturbed N-body systems under mutual gravitational forces with numerical applications; he has authored a substantial body of publications indexed under multiple global scientific identifiers including Scopus, Web of Science, MR Author ID, SciProfiles, and ISNI, reflecting a prolific research record with dozens of peer-reviewed papers, a strong citation impact, and a consistently high H-index across major international databases; his contributions span analytical modeling, orbital stability, dynamical systems, perturbation theory, and space dynamics, complemented by extensive academic appointments such as assistant and associate professorships across institutions in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Libya, as well as leadership roles in scientific committees, curriculum development, academic quality assurance, and national and international advisory boards including the International Astronomical Union, COSPAR, the American Mathematical Society, and various national committees in astronomy, space sciences, remote sensing, and scientific ethics; he has been repeatedly honored by NRIAG for scientific excellence and productivity and has supervised and hosted international scholars, maintaining an active presence in global research networks while advancing the theoretical and applied understanding of celestial mechanics through high-impact scientific contributions, institutional service, and international collaboration.

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Featured Publications:

Kumar, M., Pal, A. K., Verma, R. K., Ershkov, S., & Abouelmagd, E. I. (2026). Ring body problem dynamics under the albedo effect. International Journal of Non Linear Mechanics.

Vincent, A. E., Afere, B. A. E., Abouelmagd, E. I., & Elnashar, G. A. (2025). Continuation fraction perturbation effect on out-of-plane equilibrium points. Ingenieur Archiv.

Ma, B., Abouelmagd, E. I., & Gao, F. (2025). Periodic solutions of photo-gravitational R4BP with variable mass and Stokes drag. Nonlinear Dynamics.

Chauhan, S., Kumar, D., Aggarwal, R., Abouelmagd, E. I., & Elnashar, G. A. (2025). Revealing the albedo’s impact on the dynamics of the perturbed restricted three-body problem. Communications in Nonlinear Science and Numerical Simulation.

Suraj, M. S., Abouelmagd, E. I., Bhushan, M., & Asique, M. C. (2025). Exploring the equilibrium dynamics of an infinitesimal body in the perturbed problem of five bodies. Chaos, Solitons & Fractals.

Ali Ozturk | Elasticity | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Ali Ozturk | Elasticity | Best Researcher Award

Engineering Faculty at Duzce University | Turkey

Professor. Dr. Ali Öztürk is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, renowned for his pioneering work on power system stability, optimization, and renewable energy integration. As a faculty member at Düzce University’s Faculty of Engineering, he has made substantial contributions to both academia and applied research through his expertise in intelligent control systems, genetic and heuristic algorithms, and power system analysis. His academic background, rooted in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Sakarya University and Yıldız University, has provided a strong foundation for his innovative work on topics such as voltage stability, harmonic effects in power systems, and optimization of FACTS device placement. Professor Öztürk has supervised numerous master’s and doctoral theses focusing on advanced energy technologies, including solar and wind power systems, frequency control in multi-area power systems, and data-driven approaches to energy forecasting using deep learning. His research has been widely recognized in national and international projects, encompassing areas like photovoltaic system design, hybrid energy solutions, and the application of artificial intelligence in smart grid management. In addition to his extensive publication record in peer-reviewed journals, he has held several key administrative and academic leadership roles, including serving as Department Chair and Institute Director at Düzce University. Professor Öztürk’s ongoing work continues to bridge theoretical modeling and practical innovation, advancing sustainable energy systems and intelligent electrical network design through a combination of analytical rigor and technological creativity.

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Featured Publications:

A Novel Puma Optimizer Based TID Controller for Load Frequency Control.

Effects of Wind Turbine Height Variation on Hybrid Power System Feasibility.

Quantum Genetic Algorithm for Dynamic Economic Dispatch of Active Distribution Network with Microgrid Including Renewable Energy Source.

(2024). A Novel Sea Horse Optimizer Based Load Frequency Controller for Two-Area Power System with PV and Thermal Units. International Journal of Robotics and Control Systems.

(2023). A novel honey badger algorithm based load frequency controller design of a two-area system with renewable energy sources. Energy Reports.

Ali Raza Ayub | Elasticity | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Ali Raza Ayub | Elasticity | Best Researcher Award

Student at Beijing Institute of Technology| Pakistan

Ali Raza Ayub is a dedicated Pakistani researcher and academic affiliated with the Department of Chemistry, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Pakistan, with an active association in the Computational and Physical Chemistry Laboratories of the Punjab Bio Energy Institute. His research expertise lies primarily in organic and computational chemistry, emphasizing density functional theory (DFT), nonlinear optical (NLO) materials, organic solar cell materials, nanocomposites, and drug delivery systems. He has made remarkable contributions to the theoretical modeling, synthesis, and characterization of advanced materials, focusing on improving photocatalytic activity, optical properties, and molecular interactions. His studies cover a broad range of scientific topics, including nanochemistry, material science, quantum mechanical simulations, molecular spectroscopy, and bioactive nanomaterials. Through his extensive research, he has co-authored numerous internationally recognized publications in reputed scientific journals, demonstrating significant expertise in synthesizing metal-doped nanostructures, analyzing catalytic efficiencies, and investigating the optoelectronic behavior of advanced hybrid compounds. His computational work delves deeply into understanding molecular reactivity, charge transfer mechanisms, electronic structure modification, and energy efficiency optimization for next-generation materials. Ali Raza Ayub’s research also explores drug–nanocarrier interactions through DFT-based insights, providing theoretical foundations for targeted drug delivery applications in biomedical chemistry. His proficiency extends to laboratory instrumentation and advanced modeling software, such as Gaussian, GaussView, ChemDraw, Origin, and Multiwfn, enabling both experimental and theoretical studies of complex molecular systems. Beyond his research achievements, he has participated in international symposia, workshops, and scientific exhibitions, showcasing his commitment to academic excellence and innovation. Known for his creativity, analytical thinking, and persistence, Ali Raza Ayub continues to contribute to the evolving landscape of modern chemistry, merging computational precision with experimental discovery to advance materials science and chemical research.

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Featured Publications:

Author(s). (2025). An in-silico study of supramolecular interactions between 2,6-diisopropylphenyl derivatives of PDI and their GMP-doped composites to tune their optoelectronic response. Inorganic Chemistry Communications.

Author(s). (2025). Investigating the optoelectronic properties of Perylene Diimide-based organic molecules for high-efficiency organic solar cells. Computational and Theoretical Chemistry.

Author(s). (2025). Terpyridine–metal architectures (Zn, Cu, Fe) for energy storage: Electrochemical analysis and theoretical modeling. Journal of Electroanalytical Chemistry.

Author(s). (2025). Design of the opto-electronic characteristics of organo-solar cells using the small molecules based on Ullazine. Journal of Molecular Graphics and Modelling.

Author(s). (2025). Quantum simulation and experimental characterization of gold nanorods for DNA sensing applications. Chemical Engineering Science.

Author(s). (2025). Green synthesis of high surface area of reduced graphene oxide via Aloe vera extract: Characterization, DFT mechanistic insights, and enhanced Rhodamine B adsorption using Chitosan@EDTA@rGO composite.