Dr. Abida | Materials Science | Women Researcher Award

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Dr. Abida | Materials Science | Women Researcher Award

Dr. Abida | Materials Science | Swami Vivekanand Subharti University | India

Dr. Abida is a distinguished materials chemist and academic professional whose research integrates heterogeneous catalysis, nanomaterials, environmental chemistry, and sustainable energy systems with strong relevance to sensor-enabled chemical technologies and advanced functional materials. She earned her Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry from Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, supported by rigorous postgraduate and undergraduate training in chemical sciences from C.C.S. University, which together provide her with a strong theoretical and experimental foundation in applied chemistry and materials engineering. Her scholarly output is validated by a strong Scopus profile showing sixteen indexed publications, one hundred forty citations across one hundred twenty-four citing documents, and an h-index of eight.

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Dr. Laura Higueras Contreras | Materials Science | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Laura Higueras Contreras | Materials Science | Research Excellence Award 

Dr. Laura Higueras Contreras | Materials Science | CSIC – Institute of Agrochemistry and Food Technology (IATA) | Spain

Dr. Laura Higueras Contreras is a female researcher and academic specializing in food science, active and intelligent food packaging, and material-based sensing technologies with applications in food safety and quality assurance. She holds a Ph.D. in Food Science from the University of Valencia and has received comprehensive interdisciplinary training in food technology, pharmaceutical sciences, and advanced material characterization, enabling her to bridge chemical, biological, and sensing-driven approaches in applied research. Her professional experience includes long-term research and academic appointments at the University of Valencia and the CSIC–Institute of Agrochemistry and Food Technology (IATA), where she has contributed extensively to experimental development, data analysis, and reporting within collaborative research environments. Dr. Laura Higueras Contreras has participated in multiple internationally funded research projects involving large multi-institutional consortia, focusing on antimicrobial packaging systems, nanocellulose-based functional materials, controlled-release polymers, and sustainable food-contact materials with sensing capabilities. Her research interests center on smart and active packaging, polymeric and hybrid materials, natural antimicrobials, food safety monitoring, and sustainable sensing solutions for shelf-life extension. Her research skills include material synthesis and characterization, experimental design, analytical data interpretation, polymer processing, antimicrobial evaluation, and scientific reporting aligned with Scopus- and IEEE-indexed standards. She has authored 13 peer-reviewed publications indexed in Scopus, accumulating over 530 citations with an h-index of 8, reflecting strong research impact and international visibility through verified Scopus, ORCID, and Google Scholar profiles.

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Ms. Eunyoung Oh | Composites Awards | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Eunyoung Oh | Composites Awards | Best Researcher Award 

Ms. Eunyoung Oh, Sungkyunkwan University, South Korea

Eunyoung Oh is a Ph.D. candidate in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), specializing in green composites, 3D printing, natural fibers, and eco-friendly materials. Her interdisciplinary academic background includes a bachelor’s degree in Ceramic Art from Dankook University and another in Software Engineering from Seoul Digital University. She began her graduate studies at SKKU through a combined Master–Ph.D. program and continues her doctoral research with a focus on sustainable materials. Eunyoung has co-authored multiple peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals, contributing to advancements in biocomposites, nanocellulose-reinforced polymers, and environmentally friendly manufacturing processes. Fluent in Korean and proficient in Spanish and English, she brings a global perspective to collaborative research. Her work reflects a commitment to innovative, sustainable engineering solutions for modern material challenges.

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Summary of Suitability for the Best Researcher Award:

Eunyoung Oh is a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award based on her pioneering research contributions at the intersection of mechanical engineering, green materials, and advanced composites. Her multidisciplinary background—spanning ceramic arts, software engineering, and sustainable materials science—exemplifies innovative thinking and research versatility.

🎓 Education

  • 📍 Ph.D. Candidate in Mechanical Engineering, Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), Suwon, Korea (2021.09 – Present)

  • 🎓 Combined Master’s–Ph.D. Student, SKKU, Suwon, Korea (2018.09 – 2021.08)

  • 🖌️ Bachelor in Ceramic Art, Dankook University, Seoul, Korea (2002.03 – 2006.02)

  • 💻 Bachelor in Software Engineering, Seoul Digital University, Seoul, Korea (2016.09 – 2018.08)

💼 Work & Research Experience

  • 🔬 Ph.D. Researcher, Department of Mechanical Engineering, SKKU

    • Focus areas: Green composites, 3D printing, eco-friendly materials, natural fibers

    • Collaborated on international publications and cross-functional research projects

    • Actively involved in synthesis, characterization, and testing of bio-based materials

🏆 Achievements

  • 🧪 Co-authored 6+ high-impact journal articles in Composites Part B, Chemical Engineering Journal, and International Journal of Biological Macromolecules

  • 🌱 Developed sustainable biocomposites for food packaging and polyurethane foams with enhanced properties

  • 🤝 Multidisciplinary collaborations across materials science, food engineering, and environmental science fields

  • 🌍 Multilingual: Fluent in Korean, upper-intermediate in Spanish, intermediate in English

Publication Top Notes:

Bio-functional nanocellulose/lignocellulose-based polyurethane nanocomposite foams with enhanced flame retardancy, thermal conductivity, and thermal stability