Xi Yuan | Nanotechnology | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Xi Yuan | Nanotechnology | Research Excellence Award 

Jilin Normal University | China

Prof. Xi Yuan is a distinguished researcher and academician currently serving as a Professor at Jilin Normal University, China. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, building upon a solid undergraduate foundation at Jilin University. Over the course of his academic career, Prof. Yuan has established himself as a leading expert in the field of luminescent nanomaterials, a rapidly advancing area at the intersection of materials science, nanotechnology, and photonics. His work has significantly contributed to the understanding and development of nano-luminescent materials, which have applications across energy, optoelectronics, sensing, and bioimaging technologies. Prof. Yuan has an impressive track record of research and scholarly output. He has published 39 high-impact articles in prestigious SCI-indexed journals, demonstrating his consistent contributions to the advancement of knowledge in his field. His research excellence is further evidenced by his role as the lead principal investigator on a grant awarded by the China National Natural Science Foundation (NSFC), highlighting his ability to secure competitive funding for cutting-edge projects. In addition to his academic publications, Prof. Yuan has been involved in consultancy and industry projects related to luminescent nanomaterials, bridging the gap between theoretical research and practical applications. Throughout his career, Prof. Yuan has actively participated in collaborations with other researchers and institutions, fostering interdisciplinary partnerships that enhance the scope and impact of his work. He maintains a strong professional presence through his editorial appointments and memberships in relevant scientific societies, reflecting his commitment to the broader research community. Prof. Yuan’s contributions have not only advanced fundamental research but have also provided valuable technological insights for industrial applications, making him a role model for emerging scientists in the field. He is recognized for his meticulous approach to research, innovative thinking, and dedication to mentoring the next generation of scientists. Prof. Yuan’s academic and professional achievements, combined with his extensive experience in luminescent nanomaterials, make him an outstanding candidate for the Research Excellence Award. Through his sustained contributions, he has significantly impacted both the scientific community and society by advancing knowledge, fostering innovation, and promoting the application of nanomaterials to real-world challenges. His work exemplifies the highest standards of scientific rigor, creativity, and societal relevance, positioning him as a leading figure in contemporary materials research.

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Featured Publications

Ji, S., Zhao, L., Chen, C., Zhao, J., Wang, J., Zheng, J., & Yuan, X. (2025, November). A/B-site synergistic engineering in nanoscale quasi-two-dimensional perovskites: Bimetallic Cs⁺/Cd²⁺ co-doping for enhanced luminescence and phase stability of BA₂MAn-1PbnBr3n+1 films. Journal of Alloys and Compounds. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jallcom.2025.184887

Qian, Z., Wu, X., Xia, L., Wang, J., Zhao, J., & Yuan, X., Bao, X. (2025, November). Achieving long-lived multicolor room-temperature phosphorescence in silicon nanodots through Zn²⁺ doping for anti-counterfeiting and multiple-level information encryption. Journal of Luminescence. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jlumin.2025.121678

Bao, X., Zhu, X., Tian, Z., Wang, H., Li, H., & Yuan, X. (2025, July). Dual-mode thermochromic afterglow in phosphorus-doped carbon dot composites for visible light-activated information encryption. Journal of Colloid and Interface Science. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jcis.2025.137331

Zhao, K., Ji, S., Zhao, L., Qian, Z., Wu, X., Xia, L., Gao, Y., Zhao, J., & Yuan, X. (2025, July). Enhanced near-infrared emission and stability of Yb-doped CsPbCl₃ nanocrystals via amine ligand regulation for phosphor-converted light-emitting diodes. Journal of Alloys and Compounds. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jallcom.2025.181832

Li, J., Xia, L., Liu, Y., Gu, Z., Liang, H., Wu, X., Qian, Z., Ji, S., Zhao, J., & Yuan, X. (2025, June). Optimizing luminescence performance of alloyed CsPb₁−xCdxBr₃ perovskite nanocrystals for blue light-emitting diodes. Materials Research Bulletin. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.materresbull.2025.113355

Zhu, X., Tian, Z., Wang, H., Wang, X., Zhang, Y., Wang, Y., Li, H., Bao, X., & Yuan, X. (2025, May 23). Visible light-activated dual-mode afterglow emission in chlorine-doped carbon dot-based composite for advanced information encryption. ACS Applied Nano Materials. https://doi.org/10.1021/acsanm.5c00279

Walied Alarif | Nanomaterials | Editorial Board Member

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Prof Dr. Walied Alarif | Nanomaterials | Editorial Board Member 

Department of Marine Chemistry, Faculty of Marine sciences, King Abdulaziz University | Saudi Arabia

Prof. Walied Mohamed Alarif is a distinguished Egyptian scholar and leading expert in Marine Organic Chemistry and Natural Products, with a career spanning more than two decades across research, academia, analytical chemistry, and marine bioactive substance discovery. Born on July 1, 1973, Prof. Alarif earned his B.Sc. in Chemistry (1995), M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry (1999), and Ph.D. in Organic Natural Products Chemistry (2005) from Mansoura University, Egypt. His scientific specialization centers on marine natural products, environmental chemistry, spectroscopy, and bioactive metabolites from marine organisms, particularly those inhabiting the Red Sea ecosystem. His early career began at Mansoura University as an instructor and research assistant (1996–2000), followed by significant research roles in forensic chemistry at the Egyptian Ministry of Justice from 2000 to 2007. He later joined King Abdulaziz University (KAU), Saudi Arabia, where he advanced from Assistant Professor in 2007 to Associate Professor in 2013, and ultimately to Professor of Marine Organic Natural Products in May 2018 in the Marine Chemistry Department, Faculty of Marine Sciences. Prof. Alarif has demonstrated strong leadership through numerous administrative roles at KAU, including Chairman of the Academic Accreditation Committee for the Ph.D. program, Self-Study Coordinator for the B.Sc. program, Academic Advisor for postgraduate studies, and long-term member of key committees such as Academic Affairs and Quality Committees (2014–2024). His research from 2020–2024 focuses on bioactive metabolites from Red Sea soft corals, discovery of novel biologically active compounds from Saudi marine organisms, and nano-sized antifouling preparations from marine environments. He has led major funded research projects including G:173-150-1441, G:450-150-1442, and IFPRC-134-150-2020. Prof. Alarif has also contributed to scientific training globally, including specialized training on Thermo Finnigan LTQ MS/MS mass spectrometry systems in New York, USA. His international impact is reflected in keynote speaking engagements, such as at the International Conference on Pharmaceutical Material, Engineering and Applied Science (ICOPMES 2020) in Indonesia. Prof. Alarif holds notable patents, including a pharmaceutical anticancer composition (US Patent 10,292,972B1) and marine natural product-based TiO₂ nanoparticles for eco-friendly antifouling (2022). His scholarly contributions include numerous publications in journals such as Journal of Saudi Chemical Society, Latinoamericana de Química, Biochemical Systematics and Ecology, CLEAN – Soil, Air, Water, Chemical and Pharmaceutical Bulletin, European Journal of Medicinal Chemistry, and more. With a strong publication record, Scopus ID 36157750600, and Web of Science Researcher ID H-7549-2012, Prof. Alarif continues to advance the frontiers of marine natural product chemistry, contributing significantly to drug discovery, marine ecology, and environmental sustainability.

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Featured Publications

Dawidar, A. M., Ayyad, S. N., Abdel-Mogib, M., & Alarif, W. M. (2005). Humulene sesquiterpene lactone from Asteriscus schimperi. Journal of Saudi Chemical Society, 9(1), 137–142.

 Ayyad, S. N., Hoye, R. T., Dawidar, A. M., Abdel-Mogib, M., & Alarif, W. M. (2007). Constituents of Melia azedarach L. Revista Latinoamericana de Química, 36(1), 7–12.

Al-lihaibi, S. S., Ayyad, S. N., Al-wessaby, E., & Alarif, W. M. (2010). Dihydroxy-Δ-cholestan-11-one: A new oxidation pattern of cholestane skeleton from Laurencia papillosa. Biochemical Systematics and Ecology, 38, 861–863.

Alarif, W. M., Ayyad, S. N., & Al-lihaibi, S. S. (2010). Acyclic diterpenoid from the red alga Gracilaria foliifera. Revista Latinoamericana de Química, 38(3), 52–58.

Alarif, W. M., Abou-Elnaga, Z. S., Ayyad, S. N., & Al-lihaibi, S. S. (2010). Insecticidal metabolites from the green alga Caulerpa racemosa. CLEAN – Soil, Air, Water, 38, 548–557.

Al-lihaibi, S. S., Ayyad, S. N., Shaher, F. M., & Alarif, W. M. (2010). Antibacterial sphingolipid and steroids from the black coral Antipathes dichotoma. Chemical and Pharmaceutical Bulletin, 58(11), 1635–1638.

Ayyad, S. N., Makki, M. S., Al-kayal, N. S., Basaif, S. A., El-Foty, K. O., Asiri, A. M., Alarif, W. M., & Badria, F. A. (2011). Cytotoxic and protective DNA damage of three new diterpenoids from the brown alga Dictoyota dichotoma. European Journal of Medicinal Chemistry, 46, 175–182.

Ayyad, S. N., Al-Footy, K. O., Alarif, W. M., Sobahi, T. R., Basaif, S. A., Makki, M. S., Asiri, A. M., Al Halwani, A. Y., Badria, A. F., & Badria, F. A. (2011). Bioactive C15 acetogenins from red alga Laurencia obtusa. Chemical and Pharmaceutical Bulletin, 59(10), 1294–1298.