András Roósz | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

András Roósz | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

 Miskolc University |Hungary

Prof. Dr. András Roósz is a renowned Hungarian materials scientist and a distinguished member of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences (HAS). With a prolific career in physical metallurgy, he has significantly advanced the study of solidification in Al-alloys under terrestrial and space conditions. A professor at the University of Miskolc (MU), he collaborates with both domestic and international institutions, including the Max Planck Institute and the universities of Darmstadt, Cambridge, and Nagaoka. He has supervised 16 PhD students and delivered over 300 scientific lectures. Roósz’s contributions to quantitative metallography, simulation of phase transformations, and phase diagram modeling using ESTPHAD are globally recognized. He has organized eight “Solidification and Gravity” international conferences and authored or edited over 370 publications. His research has attracted around 1500 citations, and he holds a Hirsch index of 20. Prof. Roósz is also a decorated scientist with 15 prestigious Hungarian honors, including the Széchenyi Prize.

Publication Profile

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Education

Prof. Roósz received comprehensive training in physical metallurgy, solidification, phase transformation, quantitative metallography, and heat treatment. His academic background includes BSc, MSc, and PhD studies in materials science, all completed in Hungary. He has since become an integral part of Hungarian higher education, contributing to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching at the University of Miskolc. His role in PhD education is substantial, having supervised 12 Hungarian and 4 German doctoral candidates. He integrates state-of-the-art computational and experimental techniques into academic curricula, ensuring students gain robust theoretical and hands-on experience. As a visiting scholar, he enhanced his academic insight through residencies at leading institutions such as the University of Cambridge (UK) and Nagaoka University (Japan). His deep knowledge base in solidification and thermodynamics makes him a leading educator and mentor in physical metallurgy, shaping the next generation of materials scientists in Hungary and abroad.

Experience

Prof. Dr. Roósz has dedicated much of his professional career to the Physical Metallurgy Department of Miskolc University, where he is also part of the Joint Materials Science Research Group (MU + HAS). His international collaborations are extensive, including annual research visits  to the Max Planck Institute in Stuttgart and Darmstadt University. As a visiting researcher, he also conducted research at Cambridge University and Nagaoka University. He has made significant contributions to metallurgy education by lecturing extensively and supervising doctoral research. Roósz is also a key organizer and chair of international conferences, including eight Solidification and Gravity (SG) events. His expertise spans simulation methods (CA+VD), melt stirring, and phase diagram modeling (ESTPHAD). Beyond research and teaching, he plays an influential role in the academic community through editorial work, conference leadership, and curriculum development in Hungary’s metallurgical education system.

Honors and Awards

Prof. Roósz has been recognized with 15 prestigious awards for his exceptional scientific and academic contributions. Chief among them is the Széchenyi Prize, Hungary’s highest scientific honor, awarded for groundbreaking research and national impact in physical metallurgy. His accolades reflect a lifetime of commitment to materials science, particularly in solidification phenomena and advanced metallurgical processes. These honors highlight his leadership in both national and international scientific communities, including his instrumental role in organizing and chairing the Solidification and Gravity International Conferences. Additionally, his awards acknowledge his mentorship of PhD students, contributions to scientific publishing, and active participation in Hungarian and European research initiatives. His membership in the Hungarian Academy of Sciences further attests to his elite standing within the scientific community. Roósz’s decorated career is not only a testament to his research excellence but also his unwavering dedication to scientific progress and academic service.

Research Focus

Prof. Roósz’s research focuses on solidification phenomena, particularly the behavior of Al-alloys under microgravity and magnetic stirring conditions. His work has provided crucial insights into how melt flow and gravity affect microstructural formation during solidification. He employs advanced computational models, including the Cellular Automaton + Vector Displacement (CA+VD) method for simulating solid-state phase transformations. His contributions to quantitative metallography and heat treatment analysis have set new standards in materials characterization. Roósz is also recognized for developing and applying the ESTPHAD method to calculate complex phase diagrams, offering a robust thermodynamic approach to multicomponent alloy systems. By integrating theoretical simulations with experimental investigations in both ground-based and space environments, his research supports innovations in materials design and manufacturing. His international collaborations have further expanded the scope and relevance of his findings, positioning him as a global authority in solidification science and physical metallurgy.

Publications

Effect of Microgravity and Magnetic Steering on the Melt Flow and the Microstructure of Solidified Alloys, Kolkata, India: BP International

Physical Metallurgy (in Hungarian)

Editor of 8 volumes of Solidification and Gravity (SG) International Conference Proceedings

Authored over 371 scientific papers in leading international journals, books, and conference proceedings

Razia Khan Sharme | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Razia Khan Sharme | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Razia Khan Sharme, Delaware State University, Bangladesh

Razia Khan Sharme is a dedicated materials scientist with a keen interest in thin films, semiconductors, and computational material science. She is currently pursuing her Master’s degree in Applied Optics at Delaware State University, maintaining a perfect 4.0 GPA. With a robust academic foundation, she completed her Bachelor of Science in Materials Science and Engineering from Khulna University of Engineering and Technology (KUET), Bangladesh. Razia is passionate about research and has already co-authored several journal articles and conference papers focused on advanced materials, particularly transparent conducting films, perovskites, and metal oxides. Her interdisciplinary approach combines experimental insights with first-principles computational modeling. Beyond her academic excellence, she is recognized for her presentations and has received several national and international awards. Razia is actively engaged in professional platforms like ResearchGate, Google Scholar, and LinkedIn. Her research contributions are helping to advance the field of electronic materials and nanostructured coatings.

Publication Profile

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Education

Razia Khan Sharme is presently enrolled in the Master’s program in Applied Optics at Delaware State University, USA, where she holds a 4.00/4.00 GPA (June 2024 – Present). Her academic journey began at Khulna University of Engineering and Technology (KUET) in Bangladesh, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Materials Science and Engineering with an impressive 3.76/4.00 GPA over 160 credits (December 2017 – February 2023). During her undergraduate studies, she was consistently ranked among the top students and received multiple merit-based scholarships. Her education has equipped her with both theoretical knowledge and practical experience in material processing, computational simulations, optics, and mechanical characterization of advanced materials. Razia’s strong academic background, paired with her focus on research and innovation, has laid the foundation for her current work in thin films and semiconductor technologies, allowing her to thrive in both academic and industrial environments.

Experience

Razia Khan Sharme has developed extensive research experience through both academic projects and scientific collaborations. At Delaware State University, she is currently engaged in research focusing on thin films and optical coatings, particularly transparent conducting oxides (TCOs) such as Indium Tin Oxide (ITO) and Aluminum Zinc Oxide (AZO). Her work combines first-principles calculations with material synthesis and characterization, under the guidance of Dr. Mukti Rana and Dr. Manuel A. Quijada. She has co-authored publications in top journals such as Nanomaterials, Physica B, and Materials. Razia also contributed to multiple international conferences including SPIE DCS and the ERN Conference. Previously, she participated in collaborative research at KUET, conducting computational modeling and experimental validation in metallic alloys and perovskites. Razia is adept at simulation tools, materials characterization techniques, and scholarly communication, which have prepared her for future roles in both research-intensive academia and the high-tech industry.

Awards and Honors

Razia Khan Sharme has been recognized numerous times for her academic and research excellence. She won First Prize in the Physics (Graduate Category) for her oral presentation at the ERN Conference in STEM (2025). At KUET, she received University Technical Merit Scholarships in all four academic years (2019–2023) and earned the Dean’s Choice Award for outstanding GPAs in her 3rd (3.94) and 4th (3.87) years. Her academic excellence began early, with Board General Scholarships in secondary and junior school. Razia also excelled in national competitions, achieving 1st Runner-Up in the Bangladesh Math Olympiad (2017) and 9th Position in the Bangladesh Science Olympiad (2017). Her consistent achievements reflect her dedication to academic excellence, innovation, and leadership. These honors, combined with her scholarly publications, make her a rising figure in the field of materials science and engineering with a promising career ahead.

Research Focus

Razia Khan Sharme’s research is primarily centered on thin films, semiconductors, and computational materials science. Her core expertise includes the synthesis, characterization, and simulation of transparent conducting oxides (TCOs) such as ITO and AZO, as well as first-principles studies of advanced functional materials. She employs density functional theory (DFT) and other simulation techniques to investigate optical, mechanical, and electronic properties of perovskites, metal oxides, and mono-chalcogenides under varying conditions such as pressure or doping. Her work explores the structural stability and application potential of these materials in next-generation optoelectronic devices, including flexible electronics and photovoltaics. Razia aims to bridge computational predictions with experimental validation to develop more efficient, sustainable, and cost-effective materials. Her interdisciplinary approach has led to collaborations with researchers across institutions in the U.S. and Bangladesh, and her publications reflect growing contributions in both theoretical modeling and practical applications in nanomaterials and device engineering.

Publication Top Notes

  • 📄 A Review of Transparent Conducting Films (TCFs): Prospective ITO and AZO Deposition Methods and ApplicationsNanomaterials, 2024

  • 📄 Recent Progress on Layered Sn and Pb-Based Mono Chalcogenides: Synthesis, Structure, Optical, and Thermoelectric Properties and Related ApplicationsNanomaterials, 2024

  • 📄 Thin Conducting Films: Preparation Methods, Optical and Electrical Properties, and Emerging Trends, Challenges, and OpportunitiesMaterials, 2024

  • 📄 First-Principles Study on Electronic, Mechanical, and Optical Properties of Pressure-Induced Vanadium-Based Perovskite KVO3Physica B, 2024

  • 📄 A Deep Dive into Structural, Electronic, Optical, and Mechanical Properties of ATiO3 (A= Ba, Th): DFT InsightsPhysica Scripta, 2023

  • 📄 Modelling Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of Solidified Al-Sn-Cu AlloyMalaysian Journal on Composites Science & Manufacturing, 2023

  • 📄 Pressure-Induced Investigation of Structural, Electronic, Optical, and Mechanical Properties of BaCeO3Optical Materials, 2024

  • 📢 First-Principles Study on Structural, Electronic, Mechanical, and Optical Properties of Indium (III) OxideSPIE DCS, 2025

  • 📢 Advancing Indium Tin Oxide Thin Films and Protective Coatings for Next-Generation ApplicationsERN Conference, 2025

  • 📢 A Study on the Tensile Properties from the Composition of an Annealed Structural Steel SampleICMERE, 2021

  • 📢 Modelling Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of Solidified Al-Sn-Cu AlloyIUT-ICMMPE, 2023

  • 📢 Evaluation of Mechanical Properties and Moisture Resistance Behavior of Jute-Glass-Viscose Fiber Reinforced Hybrid CompositeICME, BUET, 2023