Prashanth Manthramurthy | Nanotechnology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Prashanth Manthramurthy | Nanotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor | Little Flower Degree College | India

Dr. Prashanth Manthramurthy is an accomplished mathematician and researcher whose scholarly work centers on applied mathematics, fluid dynamics, and advanced numerical modeling. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Little Flower Degree College, Hyderabad. He has contributed significantly to both academic development and institutional excellence. His research expertise spans differential equations, fluid mechanics, cryptography, linear algebra, and real analysis, with a special focus on magnetohydrodynamics (MHD), nanofluid behavior, cross-diffusion phenomena, and nonlinear transport processes. Dr. Prashanth’s work integrates analytical methods with sophisticated numerical techniques most notably the Keller-Box method to model complex physical systems such as Casson nanofluids, mixed convection flows, and heat–mass transfer processes influenced by Soret–Dufour effects, thermophoresis, radiation, chemical reactions, and multiple slip boundary conditions. He has authored impactful peer-reviewed publications in reputed international journals, contributing valuable insights into MHD flows in porous media, non-Newtonian fluid dynamics, and boundary-layer theory. His innovations are further reflected in his patent titled “MHD and Heat Transfer in Non-Newtonian Fluids: Analytical and Numerical Investigations,” which highlights his commitment to advancing theoretical models with practical engineering relevance. Dr. Prashanth has earned notable recognition including the Thermodynamics Mastery Award, Best Researcher Award, and multiple honors for academic service, NSS leadership, and community engagement. Alongside his research contributions, he plays key institutional roles as IQAC Coordinator and NSS Programme Officer, contributing to academic quality, student development, and societal outreach. With over a decade of teaching experience and a steadily growing research portfolio, Dr. Prashanth continues to advance mathematical modeling and fluid dynamic studies with significant impact across applied mathematics and engineering disciplines.

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Featured Publications

Manthramurthy, P., & Vempati, S. R. (2025). Significance of multiple slips and thermal radiation on heat and mass transfer in MHD Casson nanofluid flow over an exponentially stretching porous sheet with non-uniform heat … Multiscale and Multidisciplinary Modeling, Experiments and Design, 8(3), 157.

Prashanth, M., & Srinivasa Rao, V. (2025). The effects of MHD slip flow on heat and mass transfer by radiation, chemical reaction, and suction/injection over a shrinking sheet in a porous medium using the Keller Box method. Heat Transfer, 54(4), 2499–2510.

Manthramurthy, P., & Vempati, S. R. (2024). Casson fluid flow over a stretched surface with exponential permeability: Soret, Dufour and chemical reaction effects on MHD heat transmission. Numerical Heat Transfer, Part B: Fundamentals, 1–21.

Prashanth Manthramurthy, S. R. (2024). Thermophoresis & Soret–Dufour on MHD mixed convection of a nanofluid with a porous medium over a stretching sheet with a non-uniform heat source/sink. International Journal of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics, 10.

Prashanth, M., & Rao, V. S. (2024). The impact of Soret, Dufour, and chemical reaction on MHD nanofluid over a stretching sheet. Partial Differential Equations in Applied Mathematics, 10, 100674.

 

Davide Rossi | Physical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Davide Rossi | Physical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

University of Padua, Italy

Profiles

Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Davide Rossi embarked on his academic journey in the pharmaceutical sciences by completing a combined B.S. and M.D. in Pharmacy at the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Camerino, Italy. His formative academic years laid the foundation for a multidisciplinary approach that integrates physical chemistry with pharmaceutical applications. His early interests in understanding the physicochemical behaviors of materials evolved into specialized expertise in surface tensiometry and its practical relevance in drug systems and biointerfaces.

Professional Endeavors

Dr. Rossi has been actively engaged as a Researcher Collaborator and Contractor Researcher at the Department of Pharmaceutical and Pharmacological Sciences, University of Padova, Italy. In his role, he has pioneered analytical methodologies to determine surface tension in liquids, successfully eliminating the interference of surface roughness and friction forces. His methodology culminated in a unique pure number-based approach—now recognized in surface tensiometry—which provides unprecedented precision in characterizing drug release, permeation processes, and biopharmaceutical behavior. He has also served as the Technical Director for the Osservatorio Termale Permanente (OTP), contributing significantly to studies on peloids, sanitizing technologies, and electrochemical systems in healthcare.

Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Rossi’s most impactful scientific contributions are centered around the development of innovative concepts in surface tensiometry. These include the Solid-Like Methodology (SLM), the definition of the Rossi number—a dimensionless index to describe tensiometric behavior—and the Integrated Analytical Approach (IAA), a novel framework that merges volume element, structure, and surface data to investigate dynamic behaviors in complex systems. His work bridges theoretical surface science with tangible applications in drug release, monoclonal antibody characterization, and ex vivo permeation phenomena.

Impact and Influence

The influence of Dr. Rossi’s research extends into applied pharmacological technology, especially in the thermal, biological, and electrochemical domains. His patented developments—including the Tensiometric PFPE Liquid Film, the Surface Tensiometry PFPE Liquid Film (Rossi number), and PFPE Biological Fixative—demonstrate strong translational value, particularly in pharmaceutical testing and therapeutic material innovation. His research has sparked new standards in how tensiometry is applied in quality control, safety assessments, and the material sciences.

Technical Skills

Dr. Rossi possesses extensive expertise in analytical instrumentation and surface analysis. His specialization in surface tensiometry involves precise measurement techniques and modeling of liquid-solid interactions within complex biological and synthetic systems. His methodological advancements reveal proficiency in the use of custom-built devices and multi-parametric models to investigate structural integrity and material behavior.

Teaching Experience

Though primarily a research-focused professional, Dr. Rossi has also contributed to academic mentorship and collaborative scientific exchanges within his institution and professional networks. His involvement in research contracts and inter-institutional initiatives suggests a strong role in training early-career researchers and fostering analytical thinking in pharmaceutical sciences.

Academic Collaborations and Memberships

Dr. Rossi has cultivated international research collaborations, notably as a co-founding member of the H₂S in Balneology Global Initiative, working alongside leading figures in therapeutic hydrology. He holds membership in prestigious professional organizations including the Association of Pharmacist International (API) and the American Chemical Society (ACS), aligning his research within global scientific communities and ensuring exposure to interdisciplinary innovations.

Legacy and Future Contributions

With a focus on systematizing surface data and integrating them into pharmaceutical evaluation protocols, Dr. Rossi’s legacy is the transformation of surface tensiometry from a niche analytical tool into a cornerstone of modern pharmaceutical characterization. His ongoing research aims to refine his methodologies further for broader application across natural and artificial systems. The fusion of structural science, surface dynamics, and drug technology in his work promises to influence future drug design, delivery systems, and material validation techniques.

Notable Publications

Within-tree variations in the surface free energy of wood assessed by contact angle analysis
Authors: Rossi, Davide; Rossi, Sergio; Morin, Hubert; Bettero, Antonio
Journal: Wood Science & Technology
Year: 2012

A combined chemico-mineralogical and tensiometric approach for evaluation of thermal mud quality
Authors: Rossi, Davide; Jobstraibizer, Pier Giorgio; Dal Bosco, Camilla; Bettero, Antonio
Journal: Journal of Adhesion Science and Technology
Year: 2012

Development of a tensiometric model for surface energy characterization of raw coffee beans
Authors: Rossi, Davide; Mioni, Enrico; Zancato, Mirella; Bettero, Antonio
Journal: Journal of Food Engineering
Year: 2012

1st National Catalogue of Innovations for Human Development in Albania
Authors: Uruci, Renata; Vuji, Marina; Rossi, Davide; Orefice, Simone; Turco, Lucia
Journal: Shtypshkronja Maluka (Publisher), Tirana, Albania
Year: 2012

Tenskinmetric evaluation of surface energy changes in adult skin: Evidence from 834 normal subjects monitored in controlled conditions
Authors: Dal Bosco, Camilla; Rossi, Davide; Brunetta, Andrea; Bettero, Antonio
Journal: Cosmetics
Year: 2014

The combined action TVS mud index/TVS skin test as an evaluation marker of skin functionality and thermal mud effectiveness
Authors: Rossi, Davide; Dal Bosco, Camilla; Bettero, Antonio
Journal: Journal of The Japanese Society of Balneology, Climatology and Physical Medicine
Year: 2015

Liangfei Duan | Physical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award -1988

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Dr. Liangfei Duan | Physical Chemistry |Best Researcher Award 

Faculty of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering , China

Profiles

Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Liangfei Duan began his academic journey at Yunnan Normal University, where he earned his Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Building Environment and Energy Engineering (2008–2012), under the supervision of Prof. Xu Rui. During this period, he also pursued a double undergraduate degree in Mathematics Teacher Education, showcasing his dedication and intellectual breadth. He went on to complete his Master’s degree in Agricultural Electrification and Automation (2012–2015), mentored by Prof. Yang Peizhi, and continued his scholarly path with a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from Yunnan University, where his research was guided by Prof. Liu Jing and Prof. Liu Qingju. His doctoral studies culminated in June 2023.

Professional Endeavors

Dr. Duan has held multiple pivotal roles across academia and industry. He served as an R&D Engineer and Project Supervisor at Yunnan North Aurora Optoelectronics Technology Co., Ltd. (2015–2020) and later became Research Director at Yunnan Haihan Organic Optoelectronics Technology Co., Ltd. (2021). Concurrently, he was involved in academic research as a Researcher at the Key Laboratory of Organic Optoelectronic Materials and Devices at Kunming University and Yunnan University. He currently serves as a Deputy Senior Engineer and external Master's advisor in Materials Chemistry at Kunming University.

Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Duan’s research specializes in optoelectronic materials and devices, particularly focusing on OLED microdisplays, liquid metal materials, organic semiconductors, and solar cells. His work extends to printed electronics, surface interface chemistry, and flexible devices. His Ph.D. work involved extraction and functional film preparation from plant-based active substances and advanced material design using TiO₂, SiO₂, and multilayer silicon-based thin films. He has actively contributed to building laboratory platforms and managing scientific research equipment and infrastructure.

Academic Output and Publications

Dr. Duan has authored 8 SCI-indexed papers and 2 EI papers as the first author, with one more SCI paper under review. His high-impact research has appeared in ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, Small, Science China Technological Sciences, and Journal of Electronic Materials, including top-tier journals with impact factors over 10. Several of his works focus on core-shell liquid metal fluorescence, organic solar materials, and OLED device optimization.

Impact and Influence

Dr. Duan’s work has made significant contributions to the OLED display, AR/VR microdisplay, and organic optoelectronics industries. He has successfully led over 14 research projects, participated in 7 National Natural Science Foundation projects, and played key roles in provincial and ministerial science and technology initiatives. He is a core member of the Yunnan Provincial Key Laboratory, and serves as a director of the Kunming Energy Research Association and a member of the Kunming Youth Federation Committee.

Teaching Experience

Dr. Duan has a strong teaching and mentorship profile. He has guided postgraduate research experiments and provided undergraduate experimental instruction, ensuring the successful transformation of academic findings into practical outcomes. His early career included a teaching internship in mathematics at the junior high school level, reflecting a foundational commitment to education and knowledge dissemination.

Technical Skills

Dr. Duan is well-versed in material synthesis techniques (CVD, hydrothermal synthesis, solvent extraction, vacuum evaporation), device fabrication (printing, spin coating, ultrasonic peeling), and instrument operation (XRD, XPS, SEM, AFM, UV-Vis, IR, Hall, Kelvin probe). He has extensive experience in lab design, clean room layout, instrument procurement, and equipment management, which complements his deep theoretical expertise.

Awards and Honors

Dr. Duan has received numerous accolades, including the Second Prize in the China Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition (2018), a Gold Award in the Yunnan “Internet+” Innovation Competition (2022), and multiple postgraduate scholarships and university-level honors. He has also been recognized as an Outstanding Party Member and Worker, reflecting both his academic and civic contributions.

Patents and Intellectual Property

As a first or second author, Dr. Duan has contributed to 3 authorized invention patents, 5 utility model patents, and has several patents under application, including techniques for liquid metal preparation, OLED display structure, and thin film solar cell fabrication.

Legacy and Future Contributions

Dr. Duan’s career reflects a blend of scientific innovation, educational mentorship, and technological advancement. He stands as a prominent emerging figure in organic optoelectronic materials, actively contributing to Yunnan's innovation ecosystem. With his ongoing research, publication momentum, and leadership in project execution, Dr. Duan is poised to continue making breakthroughs in optoelectronic device engineering, mentoring future talent, and advancing material science research on a global stage.

Notable Publications

  • Title: Integrated Photosystem II with MXene QDs/TiO₂ Inverse Opal Bioelectrode for Mimic Biophotovoltaic Applications
    Authors: Yuan, Zaigui; Li, Jiakang; Yang, Ying; Li, Jiao; Zhang, Xufeng
    Journal: Colloids and Surfaces A: Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects
    Year: 2025

  • Title: Interfacial Mechanoelectrochemical Activity of Liquid Metals Induced GaN Growth via N₂ Molecular Clipping at Room Temperature
    Authors: Wang, Jile; Zhao, Xue; Yin, Shuanghao; Guo, Tingting; Duan, Liangfei
    Journal: ACS Sustainable Chemistry and Engineering
    Year: 2025

  • Title: Spontaneous Phase Transition and Multistage Interfacial Mechanical Friction of Liquid Metals Induced CO₂ Reduction at Room Temperature
    Authors: Luo, Hanhai; Zhang, Liyuan; Yang, Huiqin; Yang, Peizhi; Duan, Liangfei
    Journal: Advanced Functional Materials
    Year: 2025

  • Title: Multiphase Soft Metal Enabled High-Performance Fabric-Based Wearable Energy Harvesting
    Authors: Guo, Jiangtao; Duan, Liangfei; Yang, Wen; Wang, Zhong Lin; Yang, Peizhi
    Journal: Nano Energy
    Year: 2024