Xihao Gao | Energy | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Xihao Gao | Energy | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Xihao Gao, North China Electric Power University, China

Dr. Xihao Gao is a dedicated researcher and Ph.D. candidate at North China Electric Power University, specializing in heat exchanger optimization and energy systems.

Professional Profiles:

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Professional Experience:

Dr. Xihao Gao is a doctoral student at North China Electric Power University specializing in optimizing heat exchangers and energy systems. His accolades include national and academic scholarships and recognition as an outstanding graduate. Dr. Gao has published two international research papers and holds one invention patent.

Research Interests:

Dr. Gao developed a novel tilt-angle algorithm integrated with electromagnetic tomography (EMT) to evaluate fluid mixing homogeneity in direct contact heat exchangers. His research incorporates nanoscale iron (Fe), iron oxide (Fe₂O₃), and iron tetraoxide (Fe₃O₄) as tracer particles, allowing precise measurement of magnetic distributions and fluid dynamics. This methodology elucidates the impact of fluid mixing homogeneity on heat exchanger efficiency, marking a significant advancement in thermal system optimization.

Contributions:

Dr. Gao introduced the concept of a temperature difference uniformity factor in direct contact heat exchangers. He also developed a method using EMT and tilt-angle algorithms to quantify fluid mixing homogeneity, directly correlating this factor to the efficiency of heat transfer processes. His innovative use of nanoscale tracers has set a new benchmark in visualizing and enhancing heat exchange systems.

Publications:

Visualization of Direct Contact Heat Transfer Process Driven by Continuous Low-Temperature Heat Source and Its Performance Characterization

Authors: Gao, X., Li, B., Sun, H., Xu, J., Wang, H.
Journal: Experimental Heat Transfer, 2024, 37(2), pp. 142–161
Citations: 4

Void Fraction Measurement in Direct Contact Heat Exchange Process Using Electromagnetic Tomography

Authors: Hao, H., Fan, Z., Gao, X., Xu, J., Wang, H.
Journal: Chemical Engineering Research and Design, 2023, 197, pp. 254–263
Citations: 0

 

Conclusion:

Dr. Xihao Gao’s expertise in heat transfer, particularly his innovative use of modeling and experimental techniques, positions him as a strong candidate for the “Best Researcher Award.” His research demonstrates originality, technical depth, and practical applications, making substantial contributions to the field. With further efforts to expand his research collaborations and increase the global impact of his work, he could further solidify his reputation as a leading researcher in thermal engineering.

 

 

 

 

 

Abdul Sammed Khan | Energy Award | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Abdul Sammed Khan | Energy Award | Best Researcher Award

Postdoctoral Fellow at Shenzhen University, Pakistan

Dr. Abdul Sammed Khan is a distinguished researcher specializing in advanced functional nanomaterials. He holds a Ph.D. from Dalian University of Technology, where his thesis focused on binder-free hybrid architectures based on graphene, carbon nanotubes, and carbon nanocoils/NiCo compounds as electrodes for supercapacitors. With extensive experience in the designed synthesis, controllable preparation, physicochemical property regulation, and multifunctional application exploration of nanomaterials, Dr. Khan has significantly contributed to the field. His expertise spans single atom/cluster-based materials, one-dimensional tubular/fibrous materials, two-dimensional materials, and three-dimensional nanostructures. From January 2022 to May 2024, Dr. Khan served as a Postdoctoral Fellow at Shenzhen University, where he explored the ultra-high performance of electrode materials for supercapacitor devices. His research aimed to enhance the efficiency and capacity of these materials, contributing to the development of cutting-edge energy storage solutions. Dr. Khan’s skills include material characterization, electrochemical techniques, and advanced microscopy, making him a versatile and impactful scientist in the realm of nanomaterials and energy storage.

Professional Profiles:

📚 Education:

Dr. Abdul Sammed Khan completed his Ph.D. at Dalian University of Technology in September 2021. His expertise spans various skills, including Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, as well as written and verbal communication. Dr. Khan is proficient in material characterization techniques such as TEM, XPS peak fitting (Xpspeak41 and CASA), confocal microscopy, optical microscopy, SEM, and Raman spectroscopy. He has extensive experience in electrochemical techniques, including Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS), Galvanostatic Charge-Discharge (GCD), and Cyclic Voltammetry (CV). Additionally, he is skilled in AFM, SEM, FTIR, particle size analysis, and X-Ray Diffraction (XRD). His field of study is Physics, specifically focusing on optics and supercapacitor devices. His thesis, titled “Binder-free hybrid architectures based on graphene, carbon nanotubes, and carbon nanocoils/NiCo compounds as electrodes for supercapacitors,” reflects his deep engagement with advanced materials for energy storage applications.

Professional Experience:

Dr. Abdul Sammed Khan served as a Postdoctoral Fellow at Shenzhen University from January 1, 2022, to May 30, 2024. During this period, he focused on exploring the ultra-high performance of electrode materials for supercapacitor devices. His research aimed at advancing the efficiency and capacity of these materials, contributing to the development of cutting-edge energy storage solutions.

 

📚Publications :

Title: Hierarchical macro-/meso-/microporous oxygen-doped carbon derived from sodium alginate: A cost-effective biomass material for binder-free supercapacitors
Authors: L. Xia, H. Huang, Z. Fan, D. Hu, D. Zhang, A.S. Khan, M. Usman, L. Pan
Journal: Materials & Design
Year: 2019
Citations: 83

Title: Sulfonated polybenzimidazole/amine functionalized titanium dioxide (sPBI/AFT) composite electrolyte membranes for high temperature proton exchange membrane fuel cells usage
Authors: M.A. Imran, T. Li, X. Wu, X. Yan, A.S. Khan, G. He
Journal: Chinese Journal of Chemical Engineering
Year: 2020
Citations: 43

Title: Reduced holey graphene oxide film and carbon nanotubes sandwich structure as a binder-free electrode material for supercapacitor
Authors: K.A. Sammed, L. Pan, M. Asif, M. Usman, T. Cong, F. Amjad, M.A. Imran
Journal: Scientific Reports
Year: 2020
Citations: 43

Title: Construction of a binder-free non-enzymatic glucose sensor based on Cu@ Ni core–shell nanoparticles anchored on 3D chiral carbon nanocoils-nickel foam hierarchical scaffold
Authors: A. Farid, A.S. Khan, M. Javid, M. Usman, I.A. Khan, A. ul Ahmad, Z. Fan, …
Journal: Journal of Colloid and Interface Science
Year: 2022
Citations: 42

Title: Fabrication and characterization of sulfonated polybenzimidazole/sulfonated imidized graphene oxide hybrid membranes for high temperature proton exchange membrane fuel cells
Authors: M.A. Imran, G. He, X. Wu, X. Yan, T. Li, A.S. Khan
Journal: Journal of Applied Polymer Science
Year: 2019
Citations: 39

Title: Carbon nanocoils-nickel foam decorated with silver nanoparticles/sheets using a novel stirring assisted electrodeposition technique for non-enzymatic glucose sensor
Authors: M. Usman, L. Pan, A. Farid, A.S. Khan, Z. Yongpeng, M.A. Khan, M. Hashim
Journal: Carbon
Year: 2020
Citations: 35

Title: In-situ growth of porous CoTe2 nanosheets array on 3D nickel foam for highly sensitive binder-free non-enzymatic glucose sensor
Authors: A. Farid, L. Pan, M. Usman, I.A. Khan, A.S. Khan, A. ul Ahmad, M. Javid
Journal: Journal of Alloys and Compounds
Year: 2021
Citations: 30

Title: Carbon nanocoils decorated with a porous NiCo2O4 nanosheet array as a highly efficient electrode for supercapacitors
Authors: A.S. Khan, L. Pan, A. Farid, M. Javid, H. Huang, Y. Zhao
Journal: Nanoscale
Year: 2021
Citations: 25

Title: Carbon nanocoil-supported three-dimensional structure of nickel–cobalt nitrides as the electrode material for supercapacitors
Authors: K. Abdul Sammed, L. Pan, A. Farid, M. Javid, S. Yang, M. Asif
Journal: ACS Applied Energy Materials
Year: 2021
Citations: 19

Title: Ultra-fast and highly sensitive enzyme-free glucose sensor based on 3D vertically aligned silver nanoplates on nickel foam-graphene substrate
Authors: M. Usman, L. Pan, A. Farid, S. Riaz, A.S. Khan, Z.Y. Peng, M.A. Khan
Journal: Journal of Electroanalytical Chemistry
Year: 2019
Citations: 19