Maryam Ishaq | Construction Materials | Excellence in Research Award

Mrs. Maryam Ishaq | Construction Materials | Excellence in Research Award

University of Sulaimani | Iraq

Mrs. Maryam Ishaq is an emerging researcher in geotechnical engineering, cement chemistry, and sustainable construction materials, with a strong focus on integrating waste glass powder into concrete to enhance durability and environmental performance. Her publications explore chemical characterization, ASR mitigation, mechanical behavior, particle size effects, multivariate chemical analysis, and predictive strength modeling in glass-modified concrete. She has contributed to reputable journals such as Sustainable Chemistry and Pharmacy, Reviews on Advanced Materials Science, Journal of Sustainable Metallurgy, and Structural Concrete, establishing a promising citation record in a short period. Her work advances the development of greener, high-performance concrete materials through innovative material behavior studies and chemical optimization strategies. Alongside her research, she has gained hands-on engineering experience in road construction projects, contributing to quality assurance, structural performance evaluation, and field-based technical decision-making, further strengthening her applied engineering expertise.

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Featured Publications

  1. Ishaq, M. B., Mohammed, A. S., & Mohammed, A. A. (2025). Chemical characterization and performance optimization of waste glass-modified concrete for sustainable construction. Sustainable Chemistry and Pharmacy, 44, 101968.

  2. Ishaq, M. B., Mohammed, A. S., & Mohammed, A. A. (2025). The role of waste glass powder in alkali-silica reaction mitigation: Transforming glasscrete durability through chemical composition dynamics. Sustainable Chemistry and Pharmacy, 45, 102019.

  3. Ishaq, M. B., Mohammed, A. S., & Mohammed, A. A. (2025). Novel exploration of chemical compounds in mono-variate, bi-variate, and multi-variate scenarios of waste glass powder as a cement replacement in concrete. Sustainable Chemistry and Pharmacy, 43, 101894.

  4. Ishaq, M. B., & Mohammed, A. S. (2025). Optimizing compressive strength prediction in glass powder-modified concrete: A comprehensive study on silicon dioxide and calcium oxide influence across varied samples. Reviews on Advanced Materials Science, 64(1), 20250095.

  5. Ishaq, M. B., & Karim, F. R. (2024). Effect of thickness of reinforced concrete jacketing on solid reinforced concrete beamโ€™s flexural strength: A critical review. Construction, 4(2), 94โ€“102.

Dipankar Das | Materials Science | Young Scientist Award

Mr. Dipankar Das | Materials Science | Young Scientist Award

Mr. Dipankar Das, Tripura University, India

Publication profile

Academic & Professional Qualifications:

Mr. Dipankar Das has a solid academic background, currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering at Tripura University. He completed his M.Tech. in the same field from Tripura University in 2018, and holds a B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering from Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, Uttar Pradesh (2016). His foundational education includes a diploma in Mechanical Engineering and secondary education from the Tripura Board of Secondary Education.

Professional Experience:

Mr. Das has gained valuable research experience as a Junior and Senior Project Fellow at Tripura University from July 2018 to March 2021. His responsibilities focused on research and development in the Department of Material Science and Engineering, contributing to significant academic projects.

Awards & Distinctions:

Mr. Das has been recognized with numerous awards and certifications throughout his academic and professional journey. Notable achievements include the Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Memorial Award, multiple prizes in science exhibitions, and certifications in AutoCAD, Product Design Development, and 3D Printing Technology. He also excelled in competitions like the Smart India Hackathon 2019 and received prestigious awards for his research presentations and prototypes at various national and international conferences. Recently, he was awarded the Daniel Gabriel Fahrenheit Scholarship at the University of Gdansk, Poland, in October 2023.

Publication Top Notes

  • Geopolymer bricks: The next generation of construction materials for sustainable environment | 2024 | Construction and Building Materials | Cited by: Not Available ๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿ—๏ธ
  • Coal Fly Ash Utilization in India | 2023 | New Horizons for Industry 4.0 in Modern Business | Cited by: Not Available ๐Ÿญ๐ŸŒ
  • Preparation of Cellulose Hydrogels and Hydrogel Nanocomposites Reinforced by Crystalline Cellulose Nanofibers (CNFs) as a Water Reservoir for Agriculture Use | 2023 | ACS Applied Polymer Materials | Cited by: Not Available ๐Ÿ’ง๐ŸŒฑ
  • Synthesis of Inorganic Polymeric Materials from Industrial Solid Waste | 2023 | Silicon | Cited by: Not Available ๐Ÿญโš›๏ธ
  • A Review of Coal Fly Ash Utilization to Save the Environment | 2023 | Water, Air, & Soil Pollution | Cited by: Not Available ๐Ÿž๏ธ๐ŸŒฑ
  • Cellulose: a fascinating biopolymer for hydrogel synthesis | 2022 | Journal of Materials Chemistry B | Cited by: Not Available ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿงช
  • Effect of Diesel-Turpentine binary blends on performance, combustion, exergy, and emission parameters of a stationary compression ignition engine | 2022 | Journal of Thermal Analysis and Calorimetry | Cited by: Not Available ๐Ÿš›๐Ÿ”ฅ
  • Mullite Ceramics Derived from Fly Ash Powder by Using Albumin as an Organic Gelling Agent | 2022 | Biointerface Research in Applied Chemistry | Cited by: Not Available ๐Ÿบโš—๏ธ
  • Effect of mechanical milling of fly ash powder on compressive strength of geopolymer | 2022 | Materials Today: Proceedings | Cited by: Not Available ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ๐Ÿ—๏ธ
  • Fabrication of Mullite Ceramic by Using Industrial Waste | 2022 | Smart Cities: Concepts, Practices, and Applications | Cited by: Not Available ๐Ÿ™๏ธ๐Ÿญ
  • Synthesis and Characterization of Fly Ash and GBFS Based Geopolymer Material | 2021 | Biointerface Research in Applied Chemistry | Cited by: Not Available โš›๏ธ๐Ÿ—๏ธ
  • Synthesis and Characterization of Superabsorbent Cellulose-Based Hydrogel for Agriculture Application | 2021 | Starch – Stรคrke | Cited by: Not Available ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿ’ง
  • Synthesis, Characterization and Properties of Fly Ash Based Geopolymer Materials | 2021 | Journal of Materials Engineering and Performance | Cited by: Not Available ๐Ÿ—๏ธโš›๏ธ
  • A Review of Advanced Mullite Ceramics | 2021 | Engineered Science | Cited by: Not Available ๐Ÿบ๐Ÿงช
  • Effect of Slag Addition on Compressive Strength and Microstructural Features of Fly Ash Based Geopolymer | 2021 | Circular Economy in the Construction Industry | Cited by: Not Available โ™ป๏ธ๐Ÿ—๏ธ
  • Industrial solid wastes and their resources | 2021 | Emerging Trends in Science and Technology | Cited by: Not Available ๐Ÿญโ™ป๏ธ
  • E-Waste Management in India โ€“ A Review | 2021 | Future of E-waste Management: Challenges and Opportunities | Cited by: Not Available โ™ป๏ธ๐Ÿ”‹
  • Utilization of thermal industry waste: From trash to cash | 2019 | Carbon โ€“ Science and Technology | Cited by: Not Available ๐Ÿ’ฐโ™ป๏ธ

Conclusion:

Given Mr. Das’s strong academic foundation, research experience, and numerous accolades, he appears to be a suitable candidate for the Research for Young Scientist Award. His dedication to materials science and engineering, coupled with his recognition in both national and international platforms, aligns well with the criteria for this prestigious award.