Prof. Dr. Fathi Touati | Electrochemical Sensors | Most Liked Article Award

Prof. Dr. Fathi Touati | Electrochemical Sensors | Most Liked Article Award

Prof. Dr. Fathi Touati | Electrochemical Sensors | National Institute for Physicochemical Research and Analysis | Tunisia

Prof. Dr. Fathi Touati is a distinguished Tunisian scholar and Professor at the Institut National de Recherche et d’Analyse Physico-Chimique in Sidi Thabet, Tunisia, renowned for his impactful contributions to the fields of materials chemistry, electrochemical sensing, and nanocomposite fabrication. He obtained his Ph.D. in Chemistry and later his Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches (HDR) from the Faculty of Sciences, Tunis, reflecting his exceptional academic dedication and research excellence. Over his career, Prof. Dr. Fathi Touati has held various academic positions including Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor, as well as serving as Director of the Materials Processing and Analysis Laboratory, where he leads innovative research in the design and synthesis of advanced nanomaterials for environmental and biomedical applications. His research interests primarily focus on photo-electrochemical and electrochemical sensing, nanostructured materials, wastewater treatment technologies, and green chemistry applications. His professional experience spans both academia and research, with more than 60 peer-reviewed publications and 40 scientific communications, contributing significantly to the global research community. He has supervised 8 Master’s, 7 Doctoral, and 3 HDR theses, nurturing the next generation of scientists in Tunisia and abroad. With an h-index of 13, 683 citations, and 55 Scopus-indexed papers, Prof. Dr. Fathi Touati has earned international recognition for his scientific rigor and innovation. His research skills encompass advanced nanocomposite synthesis, materials characterization, electrochemical analysis, photocatalysis, and environmental remediation. He has been an active reviewer for multiple IEEE, Elsevier, and Springer journals and a member of IEEE and the American Chemical Society (ACS), demonstrating his engagement in professional scientific networks. Awards and honors bestowed upon Prof. Dr. Fathi Touati highlight his leadership in research and contributions to materials science and sensing technology innovation. His recent publications in high-impact journals such as Materials Chemistry and Physics, Journal of Solid State Electrochemistry, and Inorganic and Nano Metal Chemistry reflect his commitment to high-quality, interdisciplinary research. In conclusion, Prof. Dr. Fathi Touati exemplifies excellence in scientific inquiry, academic leadership, and international collaboration, standing as a prominent figure in the advancement of sensing technology and sustainable materials science.

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Featured Publications (APA Format)

  1. Touati, F. (2026). Bi2WO6/WO3/g-C3N4 ternary nanocomposite-modified glassy carbon electrode for sensitive photo-electrochemical detection of dopamine. Materials Chemistry and Physics.

  2. Touati, F. (2025). Synthesis of CuO/WO3/g-C3N4 nanocomposite for the sensitive and selective electrochemical detection of H2O2. Journal of Solid State Electrochemistry. 3 citations.

  3. Touati, F. (2025). A three-dimensional Fe-doped BiVO4@Carbon nanosphere as modified indium tin oxide electrode for non-enzymatic paracetamol sensing. Journal of the Iranian Chemical Society. 1 citation.

  4. Touati, F. (2025). Vertical Constructed Wetlands Integrated with Biochar: A Green Nature-Based Solution for Wastewater Treatment. Chemistry Africa.

  5. Touati, F. (2025). Photocatalytic activity and electrochemical properties of a ternary-based-TiO2 nanocomposite. Inorganic and Nano Metal Chemistry. 1 citation.

  6. Touati, F. (2024). Development of Bi2O3/g-C3N4 heterojunction nanocomposites for efficient photocatalytic degradation of pollutants. Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering. 7 citations.

  7. Touati, F. (2024). Fabrication of WO3/BiVO4 nanocomposite electrodes for enhanced photoelectrocatalytic sensing performance. Applied Surface Science. 5 citations.

Dr. Kyu Hwan Lee | Electrochemical Sensors Award | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Kyu Hwan Lee | Electrochemical Sensors Award | Best Researcher Award 

Dr. Kyu Hwan Lee, Korea Institute of Materials Science, South Korea

Lee Kyu Hwan is a distinguished materials scientist and engineer specializing in energy and environmental materials. He is a Principal Researcher at the Korea Institute of Materials Science (KIMS), where he has been serving since 1991. He earned his B.A. (1988) and M.S. (1991) in Materials Science & Engineering from Hanyang University and later obtained his Ph.D. (2003) from the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), focusing on biaxial texturing of nickel sheets by electrodeposition. Throughout his career, he has held various leadership positions, including Director of the Materials Processing Division at KIMS (2009–2012), Director of the Climate Change Research Center (2016–2017), and Vice President of KIMS (2019–2021). He has also contributed significantly to academia as a Professor at the University of Science and Technology (UST) since 2012 and as the Representative Professor of UST KIMS School since 2019. Internationally, he served as a Visiting Scientist at the University of California, Riverside (2013–2014) and has played a key role in ISO standardization as the Chairperson of ISO TC107 SC8 since 2021. His expertise extends to smart farming and technological innovation, serving as the Center Director of the Gyeongnam Smart Farm Demonstration Center (since 2022) and the Director of the Miryang Technology Innovation Center (since 2023). Additionally, he is a certified Professional Engineer in Surface Treatment and has obtained specialized training in cathodic protection and corrosion modeling.

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Suitability Summary for the Best Researcher Award 

Mr. LEE, KYU HWAN is a highly distinguished researcher with over three decades of experience in materials science, surface engineering, and environmental materials research. His contributions as a Principal Researcher at the Korea Institute of Materials Science (KIMS), along with leadership roles as Vice President of KIMS, Director of multiple research divisions, and Chairperson of ISO TC107 SC8, highlight his significant impact on global research and industry standards. His tenure as a Visiting Scientist at the University of California, Riverside, and his current position as a Professor and Representative Professor at UST KIMS School further solidify his academic and research excellence. However, to strengthen his candidacy, including detailed information on high-impact publications, patents, and previous research awards would provide additional evidence of his outstanding contributions.

🎓 Education

  • 📜 B.A. in Materials Science & Engineering – Hanyang University (1984 ~ 1988)
  • 📜 M.S. in Materials Science & Engineering – Hanyang University (1989 ~ 1991)
  • 🎓 Ph.D. in Materials Science & Engineering – Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) (1997 ~ 2003)
    • 📝 Dissertation: A Study on the Biaxial Texturing of Nickel Sheet by Electrodeposition

💼 Work Experience

  • 🔬 Principal Researcher, Korea Institute of Materials Science (KIMS) (1991 ~ Present)
  • 📌 Director, Materials Processing Division, KIMS (Jan. 2009 ~ Jan. 2012)
  • 🌍 Visiting Scientist, University of California, Riverside (Jun. 2013 ~ Jun. 2014)
  • 🌱 Director, Climate Change Research Center, KIMS (Feb. 2016 ~ Dec. 2017)
  • 🏛️ Director, UC-KIMS Center (CIME – Center for Innovative Materials for Energy & Environment) (Mar. 2017 ~ 2021)
  • 🛠️ Vice President, KIMS (Mar. 2019 ~ Dec. 2021)
  • 📚 Professor, KIMS School, University of Science and Technology (UST) (2012 ~ Present)
  • 🎓 Representative Professor, UST KIMS School (2019 ~ Present)
  • 🚜 Center Director, Gyeongnam Smart Farm Demonstration Center (2022 ~ Present)
  • 🏢 Director, Miryang Technology Innovation Center (2023 ~ Present)
  • 🔬 Vice President, Korea Institute of Surface Engineering (2016 ~ 2021)
  • 📑 ISO TC107 SC8 Secretary (2016 ~ 2020)
  • 🌍 ISO TC107 SC8 Chairperson (2021 ~ Present)

🏆 Qualifications & Certifications

  • ✅ Professional Engineer for Surface Treatment (Aug. 1996) – Human Resource Development Service of Korea
  • 🛡️ Cathodic Protection – Design 1 (Dec. 1996) – NACE
  • 💻 Computer Modeling Corrosion Protection Systems (May 2002) – Krylov Shipbuilding Research Institute, Russia

Publication Top Notes:

Iridium oxide nano-needles using electrodeposition for highly stable and sensitive pH sensor

Bifunctional technology involving RuO2-IrO2/Ti electrode decorated with reduced graphene oxide aerogel with Pd nanoparticles: Electrochemical oxidative decomposition and detection of p-nitrophenol

High strength CuAg foil with a nano-lamellar structure prepared via pulse electrodeposition in an environmental-friendly methanesulfonic acid-based bath

Enhancement of strength and electrical conductivity for hypo-eutectic Cu-12Ag alloy

Graphene-anchored conductive polymer aerogel composite for the electrocatalytic detection of hydrogen peroxide and bisphenol A