Subramanian K.R.V | Energy Materials | Best Researcher Award

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Best Researcher Award

Subramanian K.R.V
Ramaiah Institute of Technology, India

Subramanian K.R.V
Affiliation Ramaiah Institute of Technology
Country India
Google Scholar ID l5p4bQkAAAAJ
Citations 3,033
h-index 31
i10-index 54
Subject Area Energy Materials
Event Global Mechanics Awards

Subramanian K.R.V is a researcher and academic affiliated with Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Bengaluru, India, whose documented research activities include nanoscience, advanced materials, electrochemical energy-storage materials, graphene-based systems, nanocomposites, and related engineering applications. His research record includes publications addressing energy-storage electrodes, supercapacitors, graphene composites, nanostructured materials, and advanced material systems. His ORCID record identifies his affiliation with M. S. Ramaiah Institute of Technology and records his academic background in nanoscience and metallurgy.[1]

The research profile presented here is intended as an academic recognition profile associated with the Best Researcher Award category of the Global Mechanics Awards. Bibliographic and researcher-identification information should be interpreted alongside the linked scholarly records and institutional sources.

Abstract

Subramanian K.R.V is associated with research spanning advanced materials and energy-related material systems, with documented work in areas including graphene, nanostructured electrodes, supercapacitors, lithium-ion battery materials, nanocomposites, and related electrochemical applications. His ORCID record identifies a professional affiliation with M. S. Ramaiah Institute of Technology and records a doctoral qualification in nanoscience from the University of Cambridge, following earlier engineering and metallurgy education in India.[1] Institutional research records further document his involvement in publications concerning nanomaterials, energy-storage systems, and advanced material applications.[2]

Keywords

Energy Materials; Nanoscience; Nanomaterials; Graphene; Supercapacitors; Lithium-Ion Batteries; Energy Storage; Nanocomposites; Electrochemical Materials; Advanced Materials; Metallurgy; Mechanical Engineering; Materials Science.

Introduction

Research in energy materials combines materials science, nanotechnology, electrochemistry, and engineering to develop materials capable of supporting improved energy conversion and storage. Within this interdisciplinary area, nanostructured electrodes, graphene-based materials, conducting polymers, carbon-based materials, and metal-oxide systems are important research subjects because their structure and surface characteristics can influence electrochemical behavior and device performance.

Subramanian K.R.V.’s documented research portfolio includes contributions in these broad areas. His publication record contains studies of lithium-ion battery electrodes, supercapacitor electrodes, graphene-polymer systems, nanostructured materials, and other advanced materials relevant to energy-storage technologies.[1][2]

Research Profile

The research profile of Subramanian K.R.V. reflects an interdisciplinary connection between materials engineering, nanoscience, and energy-storage technologies. His ORCID record lists his professional position at M. S. Ramaiah Institute of Technology and identifies his doctoral education in Nanoscience at the University of Cambridge. The same record lists earlier qualifications in Metallurgy from the Indian Institute of Science and Metallurgical Engineering from the National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli.[1]

The documented research works include investigations into graphene, lithium-ion battery electrode materials, supercapacitor systems, carbon-based materials, nanofibres, and composite materials. These topics position the research profile within the wider field of advanced energy materials and functional nanomaterials.[1]

Research Contributions

A notable component of the documented research concerns electrochemical energy-storage materials. Published work includes studies involving LiMnPO4-based composite electrodes for lithium-ion batteries and PbO2-based composite electrodes for energy-storage applications. These studies illustrate the application of nanostructured and composite material approaches to electrochemical electrode development.[1]

Another research direction involves graphene and conducting-polymer systems. A study on graphene-poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene) composite electrodes investigated materials for supercapacitor applications, while another reported LiMn2O4-graphene hybrid composites as rechargeable electrodes for energy-storage devices.[1]

More recent research records also include work on the bending and twisting behavior of multilayer graphene and high-energy processing of natural-fibre composites, indicating continued activity across both nanomaterials and advanced composite-material systems.[1]

Publications

Selected publications documented through the researcher’s ORCID-linked scholarly record include the following works:

  • “High energy processing of natural fiber composites.” Next Research. DOI: 10.1016/j.nexres.2024.100113.[1]
  • “Bending and twisting behavior of multilayer graphene.” Modern Physics Letters B. DOI: 10.1142/S0217984923420095.[1]
  • “Electrochemical performance of electrophoretically deposited nanostructured LiMnPO4-sucrose derived carbon composite electrodes for lithium ion batteries.” Journal of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology. DOI: 10.1166/jnn.2015.9174.[1]
  • “Electrochemical performance of PbO2 and PbO2-CNT composite electrodes for energy storage devices.” Journal of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology. DOI: 10.1166/jnn.2015.9172.[1]
  • “Electrochemical behaviour of graphene-poly (3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene) (PEDOT) composite electrodes for supercapacitor applications.” Bulletin of Materials Science. DOI: 10.1007/s12034-013-0610-9.[1]
  • “Hybrid Composites of LiMn2O4-Graphene as Rechargeable Electrodes in Energy Storage Devices.” Energy Technology. DOI: 10.1002/ente.201300120.[1]

Research Impact

The supplied scholarly metrics report 3,033 citations, an h-index of 31, and an i10-index of 54. These figures provide quantitative indicators of the visibility of the researcher’s publications within the citation ecosystem. Because scholarly metrics can change over time and can vary between indexing services, the values should be treated as time-dependent indicators rather than permanent measures of research quality.

The publication record also demonstrates research connections across energy storage, graphene, nanocomposites, and advanced materials. For example, a peer-reviewed study involving K. R. V. Subramanian examined flexible supercapacitor electrodes based on nanocellulose and polyaniline with silver nanoparticles, illustrating the application-oriented nature of research in flexible energy-storage materials.[3]

Award Suitability

For an academic recognition category focused on research achievement, the documented profile provides several relevant indicators: an established institutional affiliation, a sustained publication record, research activity in advanced materials and energy-storage technologies, and measurable citation-based scholarly impact.[1]

The subject area of Energy Materials is supported by documented publications involving lithium-ion battery electrodes, supercapacitor materials, graphene composites, nanostructured materials, and related energy-storage systems.[1] Institutional records from Ramaiah Institute of Technology also document research publications involving K. R. V. Subramanian in areas including nanomaterials, graphene, nanofluids, supercapacitors, and advanced composite materials.[2]

On the basis of these documented research indicators, Subramanian K.R.V. presents a profile that is relevant to consideration within the Best Researcher Award category associated with the Global Mechanics Awards. Award suitability remains subject to the applicable nomination criteria, independent assessment procedures, and verification requirements of the awarding organization.

Conclusion

Subramanian K.R.V. has a documented academic and research profile connecting nanoscience, metallurgy, advanced materials, and energy-storage technologies. His scholarly record includes research on graphene, nanostructured electrodes, supercapacitors, lithium-ion battery materials, and composite systems, while his institutional and researcher-identification records provide supporting evidence of sustained academic activity.[1][2]

The combination of interdisciplinary research activity, documented publications, and the supplied citation metrics provides a substantive basis for presenting this profile for academic recognition. The evidence should be reviewed alongside current bibliographic records and the formal evaluation criteria established for the award.

References

  1. ORCID. (n.d.). Subramanian K.R.V — ORCID record 0000-0002-8809-1992. ORCID.
    https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8809-1992
  2. Ramaiah Institute of Technology. (n.d.). Research Publications — Aerospace Engineering. M. S. Ramaiah Institute of Technology.
    https://www.msrit.edu/department/research.html?dept=aerospace.html
  3. Sasi, S., Krishna, C. A., Sugunan, S. K., Chandran, A., Nair, P. R., Subramanian, K. R. V., & Mathew, S. (2021). Low cost, high efficiency flexible supercapacitor electrodes made from areca nut husk nanocellulose and silver nanoparticle embedded polyaniline. RSC Advances. DOI: 10.1039/d1ra04920h.
    https://doi.org/10.1039/d1ra04920h
    https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35479563/
  4. Subramanian, K. R. V., et al. (2014). Hybrid Composites of LiMn2O4-Graphene as Rechargeable Electrodes in Energy Storage Devices. Energy Technology. DOI: 10.1002/ente.201300120.
    https://doi.org/10.1002/ente.201300120
  5. Subramanian, K. R. V., et al. (2014). Electrochemical behaviour of graphene-poly (3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene) (PEDOT) composite electrodes for supercapacitor applications. Bulletin of Materials Science. DOI: 10.1007/s12034-013-0610-9.
    https://doi.org/10.1007/s12034-013-0610-9

Yan-Duo Lin | Perovskite Solar Cells | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yan-Duo Lin | Perovskite Solar Cells | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at Department of Chemistry, Soochow University, Taiwan

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yan-Duo Lin is a Taiwanese chemist specializing in organic materials for energy and optoelectronic applications. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry from National Central University under the supervision of Profs. Jye-Shane Yang and Duen-Ren Hou, following his M.S. from the same university and a B.S. from Kaohsiung Medical University. Dr. Lin has held academic and research positions at institutions such as Academia Sinica, University of Taipei, and National Chiayi University, and he currently serves as Associate Professor at Soochow University’s Department of Chemistry. His research focuses on the design and synthesis of novel organic molecules for perovskite and dye-sensitized solar cells, fluorescent sensors, OLEDs, and OFETs. In recognition of his contributions, he received the Best Presentation Award at the 2013 Spring Symposium of the Photochemistry Association in Taiwan.

Professional Profile

ORCID

Education

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yan‑Duo Lin has developed a solid academic foundation in chemistry, beginning with his Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from Kaohsiung Medical University (1997–2001), where he worked under Prof. Ming‑Jung Wu. He then advanced to graduate studies at National Central University, earning his M.S. in Chemistry (2001–2003) and subsequently his Ph.D. in Chemistry (2003–2008) under the supervision of Profs. Jye‑Shane Yang and Duen‑Ren Hou. During his doctoral research, he focused on the synthesis and photophysical properties of novel organic compounds. This trajectory provided him with a rigorous grounding in both fundamental and applied organic chemistry, preparing him for a distinguished career in materials science, photochemistry, and photovoltaic applications.

Experience

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yan-Duo Lin has accumulated extensive academic and research experience across several prestigious institutions in Taiwan. His professional journey began with a Postdoctoral Research Fellowship at the Department of Chemistry, National Taiwan University (2008–2009), where he worked with Professor Jye-Shane Yang. He then continued his postdoctoral research under Professor Tahsin J. Chow at the Institute of Chemistry, Academia Sinica from 2009 to 2015, focusing on advanced organic materials. In 2015, he briefly served as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Applied Physics and Chemistry at the University of Taipei, before transitioning to an Assistant Research Scholar position at Academia Sinica from 2015 to 2016. His academic career further progressed when he joined the Department of Applied Chemistry at National Chiayi University as an Assistant Professor from 2017 to 2020, contributing to both research and teaching. Dr. Lin later joined Soochow University in 2020 as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry, and was promoted to Associate Professor in August 2022, a role he currently holds. Throughout his career, Dr. Lin has focused on research in organic electronics, photovoltaics, and chemosensors, making significant contributions to the development of functional organic materials and their applications.

Research Interests

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yan-Duo Lin’s research interests are centered on the design, synthesis, and characterization of novel organic molecules for advanced applications in energy conversion and optoelectronics. His work explores the development of small-molecule materials with tailored electronic and photophysical properties to improve the performance of perovskite and dye-sensitized solar cells (PSCs and DSSCs). In particular, he has contributed to the advancement of hole-transporting materials (HTMs) and light-absorbing dyes that enhance photovoltaic efficiency and device stability. Beyond solar energy, Dr. Lin investigates fluorescent probes for detecting toxic chemicals, such as cyanide and hydrazine, by developing stilbene- and pyridomethene–BF₂ complex derivatives capable of visual colorimetric or fluorescence changes. His research also extends to the fabrication of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and organic field-effect transistors (OFETs), aiming to design high-performance materials for next-generation electronic devices. Dr. Lin’s interdisciplinary approach blends organic chemistry, materials science, and applied physics, with the goal of addressing global challenges in sustainable energy, environmental monitoring, and smart electronics.

Awards

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yan‑Duo Lin has received recognition for his exceptional scholarly communication. In 2013, he was honored with the Best Presentation Award at the Spring Symposium of the Photochemistry Association in Taiwan, a testament to his ability to clearly convey complex photochemical research and engage the scientific community effectively. This accolade reflects his early impact and continued dedication to excellence in photochemistry.

Top Noted Publications

Fluorination on Cyclopentadithiophene-Based Hole-Transport Materials for High-Performance Perovskite Solar Cells

  • Authors: Gizachew Belay Adugna, Kun-Mu Lee, Hsiao-Chi Hsieh, Shih-I Lu, Yu-Chien Hsieh, June Hung Yang, Wei-Hao Chiu, Kang-Ling Liau, Yu-Tai Tao, Yan-Duo Lin

  • Journal: Chemical Communications

  • Year: 2023

  • DOI: 10.1039/D3CC04699K

  • Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry

  • Highlights: Investigates fluorination’s impact on cyclopentadithiophene (CPDT)-based HTMs, demonstrating improved performance in perovskite solar cells.

A Star-Shaped Cyclopentadithiophene-Based Dopant-Free Hole-Transport Material for High-Performance Perovskite Solar Cells

  • Authors: Kun-Mu Lee, Jui-Yu Yang, Ping-Sheng Lai, Ke-Jyun Luo, Ting-Yu Yang, Kang-Ling Liau, Seid Yimer Abate, Yan-Duo Lin

  • Journal: Chemical Communications

  • Year: 2021

  • DOI: 10.1039/D1CC02396A

  • Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry

  • Highlights: Presents a novel star-shaped CPDT molecule as a dopant-free HTM, delivering high device performance.

Molecularly Engineered Cyclopenta[2,1-b;3,4-b′]dithiophene-Based Hole-Transporting Materials for High-Performance Perovskite Solar Cells with Efficiency over 19%

  • Authors: Yan-Duo Lin, Kun-Mu Lee, Sheng Hsiung Chang, Tsung-Yu Tsai, Hsin-Cheng Chung, Chien-Chun Chou, Heng-Yu Chen, Tahsin J. Chow, Shih-Sheng Sun

  • Journal: ACS Applied Energy Materials

  • Date: May 24, 2021

  • DOI: 10.1021/acsaem.1c00328

  • Publisher: American Chemical Society

  • Highlights: Details molecular engineering strategies for CPDT-based HTMs that push solar cell efficiency over 19%.

Thiophene-Fused Butterfly-Shaped Polycyclic Arenes with a Diphenanthro[9,10-b:9′,10′-d]thiophene Core for Highly Efficient and Stable Perovskite Solar Cells

  • Authors: Samala Venkateswarlu, Yan-Duo Lin, Kun-Mu Lee, Kang-Ling Liau, Yu-Tai Tao

  • Journal: ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces

  • Date: November 11, 2020

  • DOI: 10.1021/acsami.0c15676

  • Publisher: American Chemical Society

  • Highlights: Synthesizes novel polycyclic arenes for enhanced HTM function and solar cell performance.

Donor–Acceptor–Donor-Type Cyclopenta[2,1-b;3,4-b′]dithiophene Derivatives As a New Class of Hole Transporting Materials for Highly Efficient and Stable Perovskite Solar Cells

  • Authors: Seid Yimer Abate, Yan-Duo Lin, Hsin-Cheng Chung, Kang-Ling Liau, Tahsin J. Chow, Shih-Sheng Sun, Yu-Tai Tao

  • Journal: ECS Meeting Abstracts

  • Date: May 1, 2020

  • DOI: 10.1149/MA2020-0111889mtgabs

  • Publisher: The Electrochemical Society

  • Highlights: Early report highlighting the synthesis and promise of new CPDT-based HTMs in solar devices.

Conclusion

With a sustained commitment to innovation in energy materials and chemical sensing, supported by a strong publication record and research leadership, Dr. Yan-Duo Lin stands out as an exemplary nominee for the Best Researcher Award. His contributions offer tangible advancements toward clean energy and environmental safety, aligning with global scientific priorities.