Mostapha Tarfaoui | Materials Science | Best Scholar Award

Prof. Mostapha Tarfaoui | Materials Science | Best Scholar Award

Mohammed VI Polytechnic University | Morocco

Prof. Mostapha Tarfaoui is a distinguished researcher and professor at ENSTA, Palaiseau, France, specializing in composite and nanocomposite materials, multifunctional materials, additive manufacturing, and the mechanical, thermal, and electrical behavior of advanced materials. He earned his PhD in Science of Engineering (1999, France), Habilitation (D.Sc., 2008) in “Composite Materials: Dynamic Behavior,” and became a Professor in 2010 in mechanical and civil engineering. Prof. Mostapha Tarfaoui has trained 23 PhD students, 6 postdocs, and over 45 graduate students, currently supervising 12. With 198 publications, 4,485 citations, and an h-index of 37, his work spans finite element analysis, damage modeling, fracture toughness, fluid-structure interaction, and performance of bonded structures. He has contributed to over 20 international projects, collaborated with institutions across Europe, North America, Africa, and Asia, and served on numerous scientific committees and journal review boards.

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Featured Publications

  • Tarfaoui, M., Lafdi, K., & El Moumen, A. (2016). Mechanical properties of carbon nanotubes based polymer composites. Composites Part B: Engineering, 103, 113–121

  • Nachtane, M., Tarfaoui, M., Goda, I., & Rouway, M. (2020). A review on the technologies, design considerations and numerical models of tidal current turbines. Renewable Energy, 157, 1274–1288.

  • El Moumen, A., Tarfaoui, M., & Lafdi, K. (2019). Additive manufacturing of polymer composites: Processing and modeling approaches. Composites Part B: Engineering, 171, 166–182.

  • Gning, P. B., Tarfaoui, M., Collombet, F., Riou, L., & Davies, P. (2005). Damage development in thick composite tubes under impact loading and influence on implosion pressure: Experimental observations. Composites Part B: Engineering, 36(4), 306–318.

  • El Moumen, A., Tarfaoui, M., & Lafdi, K. (2019). Modelling of the temperature and residual stress fields during 3D printing of polymer composites. The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 104(5), 1661–1675.

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 📚🏗️
  • Coal Fly Ash Utilization in India | 2023 | New Horizons for Industry 4.0 in Modern Business | Cited by: Not Available 🏭🌍
  • 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 💧🌱
  • Synthesis of Inorganic Polymeric Materials from Industrial Solid Waste | 2023 | Silicon | Cited by: Not Available 🏭⚛️
  • A Review of Coal Fly Ash Utilization to Save the Environment | 2023 | Water, Air, & Soil Pollution | Cited by: Not Available 🏞️🌱
  • Cellulose: a fascinating biopolymer for hydrogel synthesis | 2022 | Journal of Materials Chemistry B | Cited by: Not Available 🌱🧪
  • 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 🚛🔥
  • 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 🏺⚗️
  • Effect of mechanical milling of fly ash powder on compressive strength of geopolymer | 2022 | Materials Today: Proceedings | Cited by: Not Available 🛠️🏗️
  • Fabrication of Mullite Ceramic by Using Industrial Waste | 2022 | Smart Cities: Concepts, Practices, and Applications | Cited by: Not Available 🏙️🏭
  • Synthesis and Characterization of Fly Ash and GBFS Based Geopolymer Material | 2021 | Biointerface Research in Applied Chemistry | Cited by: Not Available ⚛️🏗️
  • Synthesis and Characterization of Superabsorbent Cellulose-Based Hydrogel for Agriculture Application | 2021 | Starch – Stärke | Cited by: Not Available 🌱💧
  • Synthesis, Characterization and Properties of Fly Ash Based Geopolymer Materials | 2021 | Journal of Materials Engineering and Performance | Cited by: Not Available 🏗️⚛️
  • A Review of Advanced Mullite Ceramics | 2021 | Engineered Science | Cited by: Not Available 🏺🧪
  • 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 ♻️🏗️
  • Industrial solid wastes and their resources | 2021 | Emerging Trends in Science and Technology | Cited by: Not Available 🏭♻️
  • E-Waste Management in India – A Review | 2021 | Future of E-waste Management: Challenges and Opportunities | Cited by: Not Available ♻️🔋
  • Utilization of thermal industry waste: From trash to cash | 2019 | Carbon – Science and Technology | Cited by: Not Available 💰♻️

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.