Prof. Shuming Chen
Scientific Committee
Southern University of Science and Technology, China
Dr Shuming Chen received his PhD from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. He is now a Full Professor at the Southern University of Science and Technology. His research interests include quantum dot light-emitting diodes (QLEDs) and other novel optoelectronic devices, as well as their applications in displays. He has published over 150 papers in high-impact journals, including Science Advances, Nature Communications and Light: Science & Applications, amassing over 14,000 citations. His H-index is 64. He has received the Guangdong Province Natural Science Award, the Shenzhen Youth Science and Technology Award, the Shenzhen Natural Science Award, and the Chinese Institute of Electronics Natural Science Award.
Prof. Cengiz Ozkan
Scientific Committee
University of California, Riverside, USA
Cengiz S. Ozkan is a Mechanical and Materials Engineering Professor at UC Riverside. He earned a Stanford Ph.D. and worked in semiconductors before academia. Leading the Ozkan group, he designs advanced nanoscale materials for energy storage, nanoelectronics, and sensors, while studying their unique structure-property relationships. A member of elite research centers like FENA and C-SPIN, his prolific career features over 800 publications, 12 books, and 50 patents. He has delivered 200 invited talks and organized 50 global conferences. Ozkan is an exceptionally distinguished Fellow of MRS, ASME, RSC, NAI, and a TÜBA member, reflecting his massive worldwide impact on nanotechnology.
Prof. Yu-Kuei Hsu
Scientific Committee
National Dong Hwa University, Taiwan
Dr. Yu-Kuei Hsu is a professor at National Dong Hwa University, specializing in electrochemistry and materials science. His research primarily focuses on sustainable energy and energy storage solutions, encompassing advanced battery technologies, photoelectrochemical water splitting, supercapacitors, and the strategic modification of nanomaterials. Dedicated to advancing the understanding of electrochemical cell designs and novel catalysts for hydrogen production, Dr. Hsu has published extensively in high-impact scientific journals. In addition to his research, he is deeply committed to academic mentorship, actively guiding Ph.D. candidates and early-career researchers in the field. His ongoing work aims to bridge fundamental materials science with practical applications for next-generation energy systems.
Prof. Thomas J. Webster
Scientific Committee
Brown University, USA
An exceptionally prolific researcher, he has published over 1,350 papers and authored numerous patents. His heavily cited work has amassed over 76,500 citations, yielding an extraordinary H-index of 137. A former President of the U.S. Society for Biomaterials, he has received prestigious honors including the BMES Rita Schaffer Young Investigator Award, the Coulter Foundation Early Career Award, and recognition as a Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher.
Prof. Jieshan Qiu
Scientific Committee
Beijing University of Chemical Technology, China
Jason Jieshan Qiu is a Cheung-Kong Distinguished Professor at Beijing University of Chemical Technology. His pioneering research focuses on manufacturing innovative carbon materials for catalysis, environmental protection, and energy storage. A globally recognized leader in chemical engineering, he has published over 1000 peer-reviewed papers with 90000 citations, earning an impressive h-index of 150. His acclaimed work has graced 72 international journal covers. Additionally, he holds 200 patents and delivered 200 keynote speeches. Honored with 30 major awards, he ranks as a Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher and Stanford Top 2% Scientist. He serves as Associate Editor for six prominent scientific journals.
Prof. Rachana
Scientific Committee
Jaypee Institute of Information Technology, India
Her research focuses on natural products, nanotherapeutics, and drug delivery systems for cancer, diabetes, and Alzheimer's disease. A prolific author, she has published over 60 papers, 26 book chapters, three books, and holds two patents. Her academic excellence has earned prestigious honors, including the Eminent Women Scientist Award and the Nari Shakti Award. She actively drives institutional innovation and industry linkages.
Dr. Timur Sh. Atabaev
Scientific Committee
Nazarbayev University, Kazakhstan
His research centers on multifunctional materials and advanced nanostructures for biomedical, optical, energy, sensing, and photocatalytic uses. Holds ACS and MRS memberships. Received the 2018 Scopus Young Researcher and 2020 Web of Science Leader of Science awards. Serves as editor for major nanotechnology and chemistry journals.He earned a Ph.D. in 2012 from Pusan National University, South Korea. Worked five years as a postdoctoral fellow and research professor at Pusan and Seoul National Universities. Joined Nazarbayev University in 2017 as Chemistry Assistant Professor, becoming Associate Professor in 2022.
Prof. Doina Humelnicu
Scientific Committee
University of Iasi, Romania
Doina Humelnicu is a Professor of Chemistry at "Alexandru Ioan Cuza" University of Iasi, Romania. As an expert researcher, she specializes in environmental chemistry, advanced materials, and wastewater treatment. Her primary scientific focus is removing radionuclides and heavy metal ions from contaminated water using natural, polymeric, and nanostructured adsorbents. Additionally, she synthesizes and characterizes transition metal coordination compounds. Dr. Humelnicu has published over 75 papers, earning more than 1,200 citations. A member of the American Nano Society and Romanian Society of Chemistry, she also contributes extensively to international research projects, scientific editing, and peer-review processes.
Dr. Alexander M. Panich
Scientific Committee
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Israel
Dr. Alexander M. Panich is a Senior Research Scientist at the Department of Physics, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Israel. He has published 175 papers in peer-reviewed journals, one monograph, 5 book chapters, and presented 152 papers at international conferences. His current research mainly focuses on investigating nanomaterials, low-dimensional compounds, and biological tissued using NMR, MRI, XPS, EPR, XRD, and magnetic measurements. He is a member of the editorial board of 7 scientific journals and a reviewer of several leading physical and materials science journals.
Prof. Janusz Mindykowski
Scientific Committee
Gdynia Maritime University, Poland
He heads the Marine Electrical Power Engineering Department at Gdynia Maritime University. He received his M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees from Gdańsk University of Technology, a D.Sc. from Warsaw University of Technology, and his Professor title from Poland's President in 2002. Focusing his research on power quality, he is an IEEE Life Senior Member (SM’2013, Life SM’2025). Mindykowski has actively collaborated widely, serving as IMEKO TC4 Chairman, Metrology Council member, and Polish Academy of Sciences contributor. His global academic recognition includes an Honorary Professorship from Shanghai Maritime University and a Doctor Honoris Causa from the Technical University of Iasi in Romania.
Dr. Emin Taner Elmas
Scientific Committee
Igdir University, Turkey
He is a Mechanical Engineer and Assistant Professor at Igdir University, Turkey, where he heads the Automotive Technology and Bioengineering departments. With nearly 30 years of blended academic and industrial expertise, his work spans thermodynamics, space sciences, and neuroengineering. Dr. Elmas served as a decorated NATO Officer in Bosnia, earning two medals, and has acted as a scientific referee for organizations like NASA. A prolific author and journal editor, his achievements culminated in receiving the prestigious Nobel Scientist Award by Scientific Laurels.