Mostapha Tarfaoui | Materials Science | Best Scholar Award

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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.

Anna Stepashkina | Polymer composites | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Anna Stepashkina | Polymer composites | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Anna Stepashkina, Zhejiang Lab, China

Dr. Anna S. Stepashkina is a distinguished researcher in materials science and artificial intelligence applications. She earned her PhD in Technical Sciences from St. Petersburg State University of Industrial Technologies and Design, focusing on electrical and thermal conductivity in polymer composites. Currently a Research Expert at Zhejiang Lab in China, she specializes in finite element analysis, machine learning, and 3D-printing materials. Previously, she served as an Associate Professor and AI Lab Head at the State University of Aerospace Instrumentation, contributing to AI in education. With a strong background in computational materials science, Dr. Stepashkina has authored numerous publications on polymer composites, quantum dots, and electromagnetic shielding. She is fluent in Russian, English, Chinese, Serbian, and Norwegian. Her outstanding contributions to higher education and AI integration have earned her prestigious awards, including the 2022 St. Petersburg Government Award.

Publication Profile

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Education 🎓

Dr. Stepashkina obtained her PhD in Technical Sciences from St. Petersburg State University of Industrial Technologies and Design (2015), where she researched the electrical and thermal conductivity of polymer composites. She completed her B.S. and M.S. at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University (2006–2012), focusing on non-radioactive energy transfer between quantum dots for medical applications. Her expertise spans physics, materials science, and computational modeling, shaping her multidisciplinary research career.

Experience 💼

Dr. Stepashkina is a Research Expert at Zhejiang Lab in China, applying AI and machine learning to materials science and developing 3D-printing alloys. She previously served as Associate Professor, Deputy Head of the Department, and AI Lab Head at the State University of Aerospace Instrumentation, leading global AI education initiatives. Her past roles include lecturer positions at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University and Mozhaisky Military Space Academy, focusing on physics, metrology, and engineering. She has also worked as an FEA engineer, metrology specialist, and software engineer in various institutions.

Awards & Honors 🏅

Dr. Stepashkina received the 2022 St. Petersburg Government Award for her innovative integration of AI into education. Her contributions to computational materials science and interdisciplinary research have earned recognition from international scientific communities.

Research Focus 🔬

Her research focuses on computational materials science, including electrical and thermal conductivity in polymer composites, quantum dot energy transfer, AI applications in material properties prediction, and 3D-printing innovations. She explores machine learning for material design, electromagnetic shielding, and polymer composite optimization.

Publication Top Notes

Ensemble regression method for predicting the dependence of electrical resistance on the elongation of polymer composite materials

Examining the Impact of Anisotropic Particle Orientation in a Polymer Matrix on the Electrical Properties of Composite Materials

Conclusion

Dr. Anna Stepashkina is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her multidisciplinary expertise, leadership in AI-driven material science research, and significant contributions to both academic and applied material studies underscore her deserving candidacy. Recognizing her with this award would celebrate her innovative approach and dedication to scientific advancement.