Ke Li | Nanotechnology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Ke Li | Nanotechnology | Best Researcher Award 

Wuxi Ninth People’s Hospital Affiliated to Soochow University | China

Dr. Ke Li is an accomplished researcher specializing in orthopaedic surgery with a Ph.D. from Yangzhou University, holding prior degrees in Orthopaedic Surgery (M.M., China Medical University) and Clinical Medicine (B.M., Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine). His research primarily focuses on constructing bio-nanomaterials that target various effector cells in the bone aging microenvironment to develop innovative anti-osteoporosis therapies. As the Principal Investigator of the Jiangsu Provincial Postgraduate Research & Practice Innovation Program, he leads a project on developing a nanozyme-based gene-editing platform for bone cell coupling and osteoporosis treatment. Dr. Li has an impressive portfolio of 23 scholarly publications, accumulating 391 citations and an h-index of 11, underscoring his scientific impact and research excellence. His notable works include pioneering studies on nitric oxide nanopumps for bone marrow regeneration (Nature Communications), cellular senescence mechanisms in skeletal diseases (Bone Research), and nanozyme-based gene editing for reversing osteoporosis (Nano Today). Additionally, his research extends to drug delivery systems, chemo-immunotherapy, and tumor microenvironment modulation, with publications in high-impact journals such as Bioactive Materials, Materials & Design, and Frontiers in Oncology. Dr. Li’s contributions significantly advance the understanding of bone aging, nanomedicine, and regenerative therapy, providing a foundation for translational applications in orthopaedics and related biomedical fields. His innovative approach to integrating nanotechnology with molecular biology continues to drive breakthroughs in therapeutic strategies for skeletal and degenerative diseases.

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Li, K., Hu, S., Li, H., et al. (2025). Remodeling adipocytes’ lipid metabolism with a polycation loaded enzyme-active framework reverses osteoporotic bone marrow. Nature Communications.

Li, K., Hu, S., Chen, H., et al. (2025). Cellular senescence and other age-related mechanisms in skeletal diseases. Bone Research.

Yongmin He | 2D Materials | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Yongmin He | 2D Materials | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Yongmin He, Hunan University, China.

Prof. Yongmin He 🧪 is a leading researcher in electrocatalysis, atom-thin materials, and microelectrochemical devices. Currently a Yuelu Professor at Hunan University, he has held research fellowships at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. With a citation index of 9461 📈 and publications in top-tier journals like Nature Materials and Advanced Materials, he pioneers innovations that advance clean energy ⚡ and nanoelectronics. His groundbreaking work bridges 2D materials and electrochemistry at the nanoscale 🔬.

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🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Professor Yongmin He began his academic journey with an unwavering interest in chemistry and materials science, ultimately securing esteemed research fellow positions at Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore, from 2015 to 2021. His early training in both the School of Materials Science and Engineering and School of Electrical & Electronic Engineering at NTU equipped him with cross-disciplinary expertise vital to his future innovations. These foundational years served as the bedrock for his pioneering work in micro/nano electrochemical devices and 2D materials.

💼 Professional Endeavors

Since May 2021, Professor He has held the prestigious title of Yuelu Professor at the College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Hunan University, China. His career has been marked by a seamless blend of academic excellence and research leadership. Through multiple national and provincial-level funded projects, he has consistently led cutting-edge initiatives focused on advancing electrocatalysis and water splitting technologies. He is also an active collaborator with global institutions and research leaders, reinforcing his role in the international scientific community.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus On 2D Materials

Prof. He’s research spans across electrocatalysis, atom-thin materials, water splitting, electrochemical transistors, and amorphous structures. He is renowned for designing on-chip micro-electrochemical cells that allow real-time, in-situ analysis of catalytic processes—revolutionizing the understanding of water electrolysis. He has also achieved wafer-scale CVD growth of 2D TMDCs (MoS₂, MoSe₂, WSe₂), crucial for next-gen electronics including high-performance transistors and memory devices. His work represents a harmonious blend of electrochemistry and nanotechnology and propels forward the practical application of 2D materials.

🌍 Impact and Influence

Prof. He’s work has appeared in the world’s top-tier journals, including Nature Materials, Nature Catalysis, Nature Synthesis, Nature Communications, Advanced Materials, Nano Letters, and ACS Nano. With a citation index of 9,461, his research has profoundly influenced the fields of materials science and electrochemistry. He is considered a leader in applying fundamental materials chemistry to address modern energy and electronic challenges, setting benchmarks in atom-thin device fabrication and micro-electrochemical innovation.

🧠 Research Skills

Prof. He possesses an exceptional skill set in:

  • Design of micro/nano electrochemical systems

  • Synthesis of 2D materials via CVD

  • In-situ electrochemical analysis techniques

  • Device integration for transistors and sensors

  • Electrocatalyst development for water splitting
    His technical command bridges experimental chemistry with device physics, empowering the next generation of flexible and energy-efficient technologies.

🏅 Awards and Honors

Prof. He has received multiple prestigious research grants, including:

  • National Excellent Youth Fund (Overseas)

  • Hunan Provincial Outstanding Youth Fund Project

  • National Natural Science Foundation (Youth and General Projects)

  • Guangdong Natural Science Foundation General Project

These recognitions are a testament to his trailblazing work in microelectrochemistry and atom-thin materials.

🏛️ Legacy and Future Contributions

Prof. Yongmin He’s contributions are not just contemporary accomplishments—they form the basis for sustainable energy innovations and next-gen electronics. By pushing the limits of electrochemical device miniaturization and atomically thin materials, he is set to redefine the roadmap for nanotechnology-enabled energy solutions. As a role model for emerging researchers and a beacon for interdisciplinary science, his legacy is already being cemented in academic and industrial ecosystems alike.

Publications Top Notes

  • Freestanding Three-Dimensional Graphene/MnO₂ Composite Networks
    📖 ACS Nano, 1570 citations, 2013
    ⚡ Ultralight & Flexible Supercapacitor Electrodes ⚙️

  • Defects Engineered Monolayer MoS₂ for Improved Hydrogen Evolution Reaction
    📖 Nano Letters, 1259 citations, 2016
    💧 Boosting Hydrogen Evolution via Defect Engineering 🔬

  • Liquid Phase Exfoliation of 2D Materials
    📖 Nano Letters, 642 citations, 2015
    🧪 Surface Tension-Based Exfoliation of 2D Sheets 🌫️

  • Two-Step Growth of WSe₂/MoSe₂ Heterostructures
    📖 Nano Letters, 621 citations, 2015
    🌐 Controlled Heterostructure Synthesis 🧱

  • Overview of Carbon Materials for Flexible Electrochemical Capacitors
    📖 Nanoscale, 338 citations, 2013
    🔋 Review on Carbon Materials for Supercapacitors 🧩

  • Surface Functionalization of Metal Chalcogenides by Lewis Acid–Base Chemistry
    📖 Nature Nanotechnology, 266 citations, 2016
    ⚛️ Tuning 2D Surfaces with Chemical Precision 🧪

  • Chemical Vapor Deposition of Monolayer ReS₂
    📖 Advanced Materials, 241 citations, 2015
    🧬 CVD Techniques for Rhenium-Based 2D Materials 🔥

  • Engineering Grain Boundaries at 2D Limit for HER
    📖 Nature Communications, 238 citations, 2020
    🌊 Hydrogen Production via Grain Boundary Tuning ⚙️

  • Self-Gating in Semiconductor Electrocatalysis
    📖 Nature Materials, 232 citations, 2019
    🔌 Electrocatalysis with Built-In Charge Control ⚡

  • Photoelectrochemical Water Splitting of Hematite Nanowires
    📖 Energy & Environmental Science, 227 citations, 2017
    ☀️ Nanowire Optimization for Solar Water Splitting 💧

  • Graphene-Coupled Oxide Nanoparticles for Mid-IR Photodetection
    📖 Nature Communications, 224 citations, 2018
    📸 Infrared Sensing with Graphene Hybrids 🌌

  • Review on Self-Powered UV Photodetectors
    📖 Nanoscale, 224 citations, 2016
    🌞 UV Detection Without External Power 🔦

  • Strong Coupling in WSe₂–MoSe₂ Heterobilayers Under Pressure
    📖 Nature Physics, 213 citations, 2021
    🧲 Strain & Coupling Effects in Heterobilayers 🧯

  • Amorphizing Noble Metal Chalcogenides for Hydrogen Production
    📖 Nature Catalysis, 210 citations, 2022
    ⚗️ Single-Layer Catalyst Design for HER 🌡️

  • Optoelectronic Memory with 2D Materials
    📖 Nano Letters, 209 citations, 2015
    💡 2D Material-Based Memory Devices 🧠

  • Synthesis of mm-Scale TMDCs Single Crystals
    📖 Advanced Functional Materials, 193 citations, 2016
    🏗️ Large-Scale Crystal Growth Techniques 🧱

Aparna Dhavade | Nanomaterials | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Aparna Dhavade | Nanomaterials | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Aparna Dhavade, Dr. D.Y.Patil, ACS College, Pimpri, India.

👩‍🔬 Assist. Prof. Dr. Aparna Kishor Dhavade is a biochemist specializing in green synthesis, nanotechnology, and biodegradable polymers. With a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from Savitribai Phule Pune University, her research focuses on α-amylase inhibitors, starch-based nanoparticles, and environmental applications. 🧪 She has authored impactful journal publications, presented at major conferences, and holds UGC-BSR Fellowships. 📘 Currently teaching at Dr. D. Y. Patil ACS College, she blends academic excellence with innovative research to address biomedical and environmental challenges. 🌱

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🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Aparna Kishor Dhavade began her academic journey with a B.Sc. in Chemistry from Shivaji University and later pursued an M.Sc. and M.Phil in Biochemistry from Savitribai Phule Pune University, where she earned distinction for her deep focus on enzyme inhibitors and starch-based biochemistry. Her academic curiosity culminated in a Ph.D. in Biochemistry, where she explored the “Biochemical studies on α-amylase inhibitor and starch from the seeds of Fagopyrum esculentum.”

💼 Professional Endeavors

Dr. Dhavade’s teaching career spans over a decade. She is currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Dr. D. Y. Patil ACS College, Pimpri, where she educates M.Sc. and B.Sc. students. Previously, she was a Teaching Associate at DY Patil International University and a Lecturer in Biochemistry at the Government College of Pharmacy, Karad.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus On Nanomaterials

Her research encompasses green chemistry, nanotechnology, and biodegradable materials. She has significantly contributed to the synthesis of starch-based silver nanoparticles, their immobilization, and application in dye degradation and antimicrobial action. Her work has addressed biopolymer films, enzyme purification, and plant tissue culture applications.

🌍 Impact and Influence

Dr. Dhavade’s interdisciplinary research bridges biochemistry, nanotechnology, and environmental science. Her innovation in green synthesis techniques promotes sustainable applications, making her a key contributor in eco-friendly scientific solutions. Her research has influenced plant biotechnology, wastewater treatment, and biomedical research.

🧠 Research Skills

She is proficient in Electrophoresis, Chromatography, Molecular Biology Techniques, Clinical Assays, Microbiology, and Plant and Animal Tissue Culture. Dr. Dhavade also has expertise in handling scientific instruments like UV-Spectrophotometer, FTIR, DLS, and Multimode Plate Reader.

🏅 Awards and Honors

Dr. Dhavade is a UGC-BSR Senior and Junior Research Fellow, having completed her fellowship at Savitribai Phule Pune University. She actively participates in national and international conferences, including IIT Roorkee, and has received accolades for her poster and paper presentations on nanomaterials and green synthesis.

🏛️ Legacy and Future Contributions

With a strong foundation in eco-friendly biochemical innovation, Dr. Dhavade is poised to lead future explorations in green nanotechnology, bioactive compounds, and sustainable materials. Her dedication to teaching, research, and community science continues to inspire young scientists and researchers.

Publications Top Notes

📘 Precursor-dependent Structural Properties and Antibacterial Activity of Copper Oxide
Authors: Deepti V. Dharmadhikari, Aparna S. Phirange, S.G. Sabharwal, A.A. Athawale
Journal: Bulletin of Materials Science
Citations: 10
Year: 2018
🧪 Focus: Structural characterization and antibacterial study of copper oxide

🌿 Green Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles Using Fagopyrum esculentum Starch: Antifungal, Antibacterial Activity and Its Cytotoxicity
Authors: Aparna S. Phirange, S.G. Sabharwal
Journal: NISCAIR-CSIR, India
Citations: 6
Year: 2019
🧫 Focus: Eco-friendly synthesis of AgNPs and bioactivity evaluation

💧 Green Synthesized AgNPs Entrapped in Polymer Hydrogels for Azo Dye Degradation
Authors: Aparna K. Dhavade, Sarika Hinge, S.G. Sabharwal
Journal: Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics, Volume 35 (19), Article 1368
Citations: 1
Year: 2024
🌱 Focus: Environmental application of silver nanoparticle-embedded hydrogels

Ivana Validzic | Nanotechnology | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Ivana Validzic | Nanotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Ivana Validzic, Vinca Institute of Nuclear Science, University in Belgrade, Serbia.

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🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Ivana Validžić embarked on her academic journey at the Faculty of Physical Chemistry, University of Belgrade, where she graduated in 1999. Shortly after, she took up a role as an assistant at the same faculty, marking the beginning of her career in research and academia. In March 2000, she advanced her studies at Utrecht University, The Netherlands, joining the Van ‘t Hoff Laboratory for Physical and Colloid Chemistry, which is part of the Debye Institute for Nanomaterials Science. Her work there involved both research and teaching, contributing significantly to her field.

💼 Professional Endeavors

After completing her Ph.D. in 2004, Dr. Validžić continued her professional path at prestigious institutes. She began her career as an Assistant Research Professor at the Institute of Technical Sciences, Serbian Academy of Science and Art, followed by roles at the Vinča Institute of Nuclear Sciences. Over the years, she steadily rose through the ranks, becoming an Associate Research Professor in 2008 and a Research Professor in 2013.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Validžić’s work is at the intersection of nanoscience and renewable energy, focusing primarily on semiconductors for photovoltaic applications. Her research on the synthesis, self-assembly processes, and application of V-VI group semiconductors has led to significant advancements in improving solar cell efficiency. Additionally, her work on nanomaterials, particularly the transformation of nanoparticles and their influence on larger particles, holds considerable promise for both fundamental and applied science.

🏆 Awards and Honors

Over her illustrious career, Dr. Validžić has received national and international recognition for her groundbreaking work. Her patents and publications stand as a testament to her impact on the scientific community, particularly in the fields of nanotechnology and energy research.

🌍 Impact and Influence

Dr. Validžić has made substantial contributions to the fields of nanotechnology and energy science. Her interdisciplinary research has influenced both theoretical understanding and practical applications in solar energy. The creation of new optical systems for photovoltaic improvement has direct implications for enhancing solar panel performance worldwide. Furthermore, her work on the photoluminescence of synthesized particles has drawn international attention, further solidifying her place in the scientific community.

📖Academic Cites

Dr. Validžić’s work is widely recognized in the academic world, with publications in notable journals such as Optical Materials, Energy Technology, and Journal of Nanoparticle Research. These publications explore cutting-edge topics like temperature-dependent photoluminescence, photovoltaic improvements, and quantum-size effects in nanoparticles. Her innovative research has also led to a Serbian patent and an international patent for solar panel performance enhancement technologies.

🔮 Future Directions & Legacy

Dr. Validžić’s academic legacy is built on her groundbreaking work in nanomaterials and energy technology. As a Research Professor, she continues to push the boundaries of science with her ongoing research in the field of solar energy. Her future contributions are expected to focus on further enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of photovoltaic systems, contributing to the global shift toward renewable energy solutions.

Publications Top Notes

Additional Lighting Effects for Photovoltaic Improvements in the Performance of Solar Cells

Co-authors: Katarina K. Lupšić, Ivana Lj J. Validžić

Published: Energy Technology, 2024

Amorphous Non-doped and Se-, Cu-, and Zn-doped Sb2S3 Nanoparticles Prepared by a Hot-Injection Method: Bandgap Tuning and Possible Observation of the Quantum Size Effect

Co-authors: Ivana Lj J. Validžić, Maja Č. Popović, Jelena M. Potočnik, Yu A. Kuznetsova, Dmitry A. Zatsepin

Published: Journal of Nanoparticle Research, 2023

Citations: 5 📈

The Influence of the Water Flow Lens System on the Operating Characteristics of Monocrystalline and Amorphous Si-Solar Cells for Outdoor and Indoor Use: The Photovoltaic Improvement

Co-authors: Ivana Lj J. Validžić, Vesna M. Lojpur, Miodrag Mitrić

Published: Environmental Progress and Sustainable Energy, 2023

Citations: 4 📊

Structural, Morphological, Optical, and Electronic Properties of Amorphous Non-doped and I and Sn Doped Sb2S3 Nanoparticles

Co-authors: Vesna M. Lojpur, Maximilian Joschko, Christina M. Graf, Mirjana M. Novaković, Ivana Lj J. Validžić

Published: Materials Science in Semiconductor Processing, 2022