Mohammad Ali Nasiri | Materials Science | Excellence in Citation Achievement Award

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Mohammad Ali Nasiri | Materials Science | Excellence in Citation Achievement Award

university of valencia -Instituto de Ciencia Molecular (ICMOL) | Spain

Dr. Mohammad Ali Nasiri is a distinguished researcher and innovator with expertise in micro- and nano-electronic device fabrication, cleanroom processing, and advanced materials characterization. With over five years of hands-on experience in cleanroom environments, he has mastered key fabrication techniques including thin-film deposition, electrical contact formation, dry etching, and photolithographic mask preparation, all of which are critical to the development of high-performance electronic and optoelectronic systems. His technical proficiency extends to a wide array of advanced characterization methods such as AFM, XRD, XPS, SEM, FESEM, FTIR, spectroscopic ellipsometry, and electrochemical analysis, enabling him to conduct precise evaluations of material properties and performance. Holding dual master’s degrees in Aeronautical Engineering and Nanomaterials Science, Dr. Nasiri integrates interdisciplinary expertise in thermodynamics, applied mathematics, and materials physics to address complex challenges in energy and electronic device research. He completed his PhD at the University of Valencia’s Institute of Molecular Science (ICMOL), where his research, titled “Advances in Hybrid Energy Devices: Integrating Thermoelectric Materials via Fabrication, Characterization, and Modeling,” focused on sustainable energy conversion through thermoelectric materials. His studies on metallic thin films, conductive polymer nanocomposites, and lignin-based membranes yielded significant advancements in thermoelectric efficiency and ionic transport understanding. Notably, he developed three innovative thermal conductivity measurement setups, demonstrating both engineering ingenuity and scientific depth. Currently a postdoctoral researcher at the Institute of Materials Science (ICMUV), University of Valencia, Dr. Nasiri is developing perovskite-based photodetectors for sensor and biomedical imaging applications. His work embodies the fusion of nanotechnology, materials innovation, and sustainability, contributing to the next generation of clean energy and optoelectronic technologies.

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Featured Publications

1. Nasiri, M. A., Cho, C., Culebras, M., & Cantarero, A. (2024). Back mirror-free selective light absorbers for thermoelectric applications. Advanced Optical Materials, 16(12), 2402079. https://doi.org/10.1002/adom.202402079

2. Nasiri, M. A., Cho, C., Culebras, M., & Cantarero, A. (2024). Ultrathin transparent nickel electrodes for thermoelectric applications. Advanced Materials Interfaces, 11(5), 2300705. https://doi.org/10.1002/admi.202300705

3. Muddasar, M., Nasiri, M. A., Cantarero, A., Gómez, C., Culebras, M., & Collins, M. N. (2024). Lignin-derived ionic conducting membranes for low-grade thermal energy harvesting. Advanced Functional Materials, 34(12), 2306427. https://doi.org/10.1002/adfm.202306427

4. Muddasar, M., Menéndez, N., Quero, Á., Nasiri, M. A., Cantarero, A., Gómez, C. M., Culebras, M., & Collins, M. N. (2024). Highly-efficient sustainable ionic thermoelectric materials using lignin-derived hydrogels. Advanced Composites and Hybrid Materials, 7(2), 47.

Ina Pundiene | Materials Science | Pioneer Researcher Award

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Ina Pundiene | Materials Science | Pioneer Researcher Award

VilniusTech, Vilnius Gediminas Technical University | Lithuani

Dr. Ina Pundienė is a distinguished Latvian researcher specializing in building materials, refractory materials, geopolymers, technological additives, and concrete durability and rheology. She currently serves as Chief Researcher at the Institute of Building Materials, Laboratory of Concrete Technologies, Vilnius Gediminas Technical University (VGTU), Lithuania. Dr. Pundienė earned her PhD in Technological Sciences from VGTU’s Scientific Institute of Thermal Insulation, following her Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Technology from Riga Technical University. Her professional journey at VGTU began as an Engineer, progressing through positions as Researcher and Senior Researcher, before assuming her current leadership role . Over the course of her career, Dr. Pundienė has significantly contributed to advancements in material science and sustainable construction, focusing on the development and performance of innovative and environmentally friendly construction materials. Her expertise extends to the study of concrete technology, the use of geopolymers as green alternatives to traditional binders, and the investigation of additives that enhance concrete’s mechanical and durability properties. She is deeply engaged in applied and experimental research aimed at improving the resilience, sustainability, and technological performance of building materials under diverse environmental conditions. Recognized for her scientific rigor and long-term contributions to Lithuania’s construction materials sector, Dr. Pundienė plays a vital role in bridging academic research with industrial application. Through her publications, collaborations, and mentorship, she continues to influence the development of modern, eco-efficient materials, fostering innovation within the Baltic and European construction research communities.

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Featured Publications

  • Pundienė, I., Pranckevičienė, J., Bumanis, G., & Bajare, D. (2025). Experimental investigation of novel bio-composite with integrated phase change materials (PCM) for enhanced energy saving in buildings. Industrial Crops and Products. Advance online publication.

  • Pundienė, I., & Pranckevičienė, J. (2025). Effect of prewetting cenospheres on hydration kinetics, microstructure, and mechanical properties of refractory castables. Crystals, 15(1), 68.

  • (Author(s) not specified). (2025). Advances in deflocculant utilisation in sustainable refractory concrete with refractory waste. Sustainability (Switzerland). Advance online publication.

  • Du, Y., Pundienė, I., & Pranckevičienė, J. (2025). Valorisation of wood biomass wastes in alkali-activated mortar with hybrid activator. Ceramics International. Advance online publication.

  • Pocius, E., Nagrockienė, D., Pundienė, I., & Girnienė, I. (2025). Influence of glass processing waste quantities on the freeze-thaw resistance of sustainable concrete. Ceramics – Silikáty, 69(2), 308-320.