Cyrille Richard | Materials Science | Best Scholar Award

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Dr. Cyrille Richard | Materials Science | Best Scholar Award

Research Director | CNRS | France

Dr. Cyrille Richard, 53, is a distinguished Directeur de recherche at the Unité de Technologies Chimiques et Biologiques pour la Santé (UTCBS), Faculté de Pharmacie, Paris. He earned his Doctorate in Organic Chemistry from Université Paris XI-Orsay in 2000, following a DEA in 1996, both with highest honors, and obtained his Habilitation à diriger des recherches from Université Paris Descartes in 2015. Dr. Richard’s professional trajectory includes postdoctoral research at Pittsburgh, USA, and Aventis Pharma, as well as CNRS appointments from Chargé de recherches 2ᵉ classe to Directeur de recherche 2ᵉ classe since 2018. His work focuses on organic chemistry, nanoparticle synthesis, surface functionalization, and the development of chemical probes for in vivo imaging, therapy, and in vitro diagnostics, with expertise in optical imaging, nanoparticle biodistribution, and ELISA-based diagnostics. Over 2018–2025, he led major projects, including national ANR grants (PLEaSe, Stric-on) and international collaborations (FET Open, CSC), supervising 4 PhD students, 3 postdocs, and 15 master’s students, attracting international talent from China, India, Brazil, Ecuador, Egypt, and Canada. He has filed a patent (WO 2024/061937 A1) and published 35 high-impact articles (7 with IF >10), 2 book chapters, amassing 8,840 citations with an H-index of 42. His research is highly collaborative, with national, industrial, and international partnerships, and he actively contributes to scientific governance, serving on 11 doctoral juries, 6 master juries, and numerous project and manuscript review committees for journals such as Nature Nanotechnology, ACS Nano, and Angewandte Chemie. He has been invited to present at eight international conferences and participates in strategic initiatives, including the CNRS laboratory council and the Institut de Chimie Biologique steering committee. Dr. Richard’s contributions have been recognized through awards such as a “Best Paper Prize” and an individual CNRS prime (2024–2027), reflecting his leadership in chemical biology, nanomedicine, and translational research that bridges innovation, diagnostics, and therapeutic applications.

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Featured Publications

  • Maldiney, T., Bessière, A., Seguin, J., Teston, E., Sharma, S. K., Viana, B., Bos, A. J. J., … (2014). The in vivo activation of persistent nanophosphors for optical imaging of vascularization, tumours and grafted cells. Nature Materials, 13(4), 418–426. Cited by 1104

  • Richard, C., Balavoine, F., Schultz, P., Ebbesen, T. W., & Mioskowski, C. (2003). Supramolecular self-assembly of lipid derivatives on carbon nanotubes. Science, 300(5620), 775–778. Cited by 1000

  • Balavoine, F., Schultz, P., Richard, C., Mallouh, V., Ebbesen, T. W., … (1999). Helical crystallization of proteins on carbon nanotubes: A first step towards the development of new biosensors. Angewandte Chemie International Edition, 38(13-14), 1912–1915. Cited by 697

  • Maldiney, T., Lecointre, A., Viana, B., Bessière, A., Bessodes, M., Gourier, D., … (2011). Controlling electron trap depth to enhance optical properties of persistent luminescence nanoparticles for in vivo imaging. Journal of the American Chemical Society, 133(30), 11810–11815. Cited by 433

  • Bessière, A., Sharma, S. K., Basavaraju, N., Priolkar, K. R., Binet, L., Viana, B., … (2014). Storage of visible light for long-lasting phosphorescence in chromium-doped zinc gallate. Chemistry of Materials, 26(3), 1365–1373. Cited by 412

Sathish Boddolla | Material Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Sathish Boddolla | Material Science | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor | Pallavi Engineering College | India

Dr. Sathish Boddolla is a dedicated and research-driven physicist with a strong academic foundation and a passion for advancing material science through innovative nanomaterials research. He earned his Ph.D. in Physics from Osmania University (2025), where his doctoral work titled “Influence of Rare Earth Dopants on Structural, Electrical, and Magnetic Properties of Cobalt Nano Ferrites” contributed significant insights into enhancing the performance of spintronic and functional materials. He also holds an M.Sc. in Physics (2015) from G. Pullareddy PG College and a B.Sc. in Physics (2013) from SSR Degree College, both under Osmania University. With over five years of combined teaching and research experience, Dr. Boddolla has served as an Assistant Professor of Physics at Pallavi Engineering College, Sreyas Institute of Engineering and Technology, and Aurora Scientific Technological and Research Academy, where he taught Applied Physics and laboratory courses while mentoring students in experimental techniques. His research interests span nanomaterial synthesis, spintronics, material characterization, and advanced functional materials, focusing on structure-property relationships in rare-earth-doped ferrites. Dr. Boddolla possesses strong research skills in material synthesis (citrate combustion method), characterization tools such as XRD, FTIR, SEM, VSM, and impedance spectroscopy, and data interpretation for magnetic and dielectric behavior. He has authored five peer-reviewed publications in reputed Scopus and SCI-indexed journals, including Ceramics International, Physics Open, and Next Materials. He actively participates in national and international conferences and has attended FDPs and workshops such as Samavesha-12 (NIT Warangal, 2025) and NCSEAM-2022 (Anurag University), reflecting his commitment to continuous professional growth. His contributions and active engagement in academia highlight his potential for leadership and innovation in materials science. In conclusion, Dr. Sathish Boddolla’s blend of academic excellence, research productivity, and teaching experience establishes him as a promising scholar poised to make meaningful contributions to scientific research and technological advancement globally.

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Featured Publications

  1. Shanthakumari, P., Gadwala, N., Sathi Reddy, K., & Boddolla, S. (2025). Enhanced electrical and magnetic properties of Gd-doped Ni-Zn ferrites for energy storage applications. Physics Open. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.physo.2025.100286

  2. Boddolla, S. (2025, June 08). Enhancing the magnetic properties of CoFe₂O₄ ceramics through neodymium doping. Next Materials.

  3. Vani, K., Hashim, M., Rana, G., Ismail, M. M., Batoo, K. M., Hadi, M., Kumar, N. P., Naveena, G., Boddolla, S., & Sriramulu, G. (2024). Impact of rare earth Tb³⁺ substitution in cobalt ferrites: Tuning structural, dielectric, magnetic properties and photocatalytic activity. Ceramics International. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ceramint.2024.10.437

  4. Boddolla, S., & Ravinder, D. (2024, April 28). Eu³⁺ Doped CoFe₂O₄ Nanoparticles with XRD and FTIR Analysis. Journal for Research in Applied Sciences and Biotechnology. https://doi.org/10.55544/jrasb.3.2.23

  5. Rare earth Gd³⁺-substituted Co spinel nanoferrites structural, dielectric and magnetic properties, contributor: S. Boddolla

Abdelhamid El kaaouachi | Materials Science | Future Frontier Science Award

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Prof. Abdelhamid El kaaouachi | Materials Science | Future Frontier Science Award

University Ibn Zohr of Agadir, Faculty of Sciences, Morocco

Abdelhamid El Kaaouachi is a highly experienced professor and researcher specializing in condensed matter physics, particularly in electrical transport phenomena in semiconductors and 2D systems. With over 30 years in academia, he has made significant contributions to areas such as materials science, nanotechnology, optoelectronics, superconductivity, and photonics. He has authored more than 125 papers and book chapters and participated in over 176 international conferences. El Kaaouachi has also held several leadership positions, including head of the Department of Computing Systems and co-head of the Laboratory of Physics of Condensed Matter at Ibn Zohr University, Morocco. He has received multiple prestigious grants, including Fulbright grants for research exchanges in the USA. His research focus includes solar cells, nanotechnology, and scientific programming, with a strong emphasis on experimental and theoretical analysis. El Kaaouachi’s extensive teaching experience spans various advanced topics in physics, electronics, and computer science.

Professional Profile 

Education🎓

Abdelhamid El Kaaouachi’s educational background is extensive, with advanced degrees in physics and engineering. He earned his Doctorate of State in Condensed Matter (Semiconductors) from Ibn Zohr University in Morocco, in collaboration with the University of Sciences and Technologies of Lille I, France, where his thesis focused on scale theory applied to metal-insulator transitions in n-type InP semiconductors. He also holds a Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering Computing from the University of Lille I, France, where he developed software interfaces for laser printing. El Kaaouachi completed his first PhD in Condensed Matter at the University of Lille I, focusing on conduction mechanisms in semiconductors at low temperatures and high magnetic fields. Additionally, he obtained a Master’s degree in Physics with a project on Hall effect studies in semiconductors. His academic journey has been marked by excellence, with scholarships and research grants from prestigious institutions like the French Ministry of Higher Education.

Professional Experience📝

Abdelhamid El Kaaouachi has over 30 years of professional experience as a professor and researcher. Since 1994, he has been a professor at the Faculty of Sciences Ibn Zohr in Agadir, Morocco, where he has held multiple key roles, including Head of the Department of Computing Systems and co-head of the Laboratory of Physics of Condensed Matter. He has also supervised 15 thesis projects and been a member of numerous academic juries. Additionally, El Kaaouachi has contributed to the faculty’s administrative and technical operations, including serving as a network administrator. His research career includes significant international exposure, with roles as a visiting researcher in the U.S. at Kansas State University and the University of New Mexico, where he worked on advanced topics such as attosecond time-resolved photoelectron emission and superconducting layers. His work spans condensed matter physics, semiconductor technologies, optoelectronics, and nanotechnology, cementing his global reputation in these fields.

Research Interest🔎

Abdelhamid El Kaaouachi’s research interests primarily lie in condensed matter physics, with a focus on electrical transport phenomena in semiconductors and 2D systems. His work explores topics such as thin films, superlattices, and the mechanisms behind the metal-insulator transition. He has a strong foundation in solid-state physics, particularly in the areas of optoelectronics, photonics, and superconductivity. Additionally, El Kaaouachi is deeply involved in nanotechnology, studying the electrical and structural properties of nanomaterials, with particular emphasis on semiconductors like InP and GaAs. His research also extends to scientific programming, enabling theoretical simulations and experimental measurements in various materials systems. Over the years, he has made significant contributions to the understanding of magnetoresistance, electron localization, and the behavior of semiconductor materials under extreme conditions such as low temperatures and high magnetic fields. El Kaaouachi’s interdisciplinary approach bridges various fields, contributing to advancements in both theoretical and applied physics.

Award and Honor🏆

Abdelhamid El Kaaouachi has received several prestigious awards and honors throughout his career, reflecting his outstanding contributions to the field of condensed matter physics and semiconductor research. In recognition of his academic excellence, he was awarded an Excellence Scholarship by the French Ministry of Higher Education and Research from 1987 to 1994. His dedication to scientific research earned him the Scientific Research Award (Science and Technology) from Ibn Zohr University of Agadir in 2011-2012. Additionally, El Kaaouachi’s collaboration with international institutions has been recognized through multiple Fulbright Grants. He received a Fulbright grant for research exchange in 2016 at Kansas State University and again in 2023 at the University of New Mexico, where he conducted pioneering work in the fields of ultrafast lasers and superconductivity. These honors reflect his continued influence in the scientific community and his commitment to advancing knowledge in his specialized fields of research.

Research Skill🔬

Abdelhamid El Kaaouachi possesses a diverse and extensive skill set in various research domains, particularly in condensed matter physics, semiconductor physics, and nanotechnology. His expertise includes studying electrical transport phenomena in semiconductors and 2D systems, with a focus on thin films and superlattices. El Kaaouachi is highly skilled in experimental measurements, especially in low-temperature conductivity and magnetoresistance studies, as well as in the application of scale theory to understand metal-insulator transitions. His proficiency extends to the theoretical and computational aspects of solid-state physics, including electronic-structure calculations and scientific programming. He has also demonstrated advanced capabilities in modeling ultrafast laser interactions with solid surfaces and nanoparticles, employing techniques such as DFT and TDDFT. Furthermore, his work involves the application of photonics, optoelectronics, and superconductivity, areas in which he has contributed through both experimental and theoretical research. His interdisciplinary approach and advanced computational skills are pivotal to his research success.

Conclusion💡

Abdelhamid El Kaaouachi is undoubtedly a strong candidate for the Future Frontier Science Award. His extensive research background, leadership roles, and contributions to the field of condensed matter physics and optoelectronics position him as an exceptional nominee. To maximize his potential for future advancements, a focus on interdisciplinary collaboration, expanding technological expertise, and improving English proficiency would be beneficial. Overall, his work aligns well with the innovative spirit of the Future Frontier Science Award, and with continued growth in these areas, he is poised to make even greater contributions to scientific progress.

Publications Top Noted✍️

  • Essakali, Y., Dlimi, S., Elmourabit, F., El Kaaouachi, A., & Limouny, L. (2025).
    Title: Electronic transport across the metal–insulator transition in 2D p-Si/SiGe/Si systems: insights from variable range hopping to weak localization

  • Mounir, E.H., Mabchour, H., Ait Hammou, B.A., Dlimi, S., & El Kaaouachi, A. (2024).
    Title: Magnetoconductivity behaviour due to electron–electron interactions, weak localization and Zeeman effects in 2-D-layered WS₂
    Citations: 2

  • Elmourabit, F., Dlimi, S., El Moutaouakil, A., Elkhatat, H., & El Kaaouachi, A. (2023).
    Title: Nature of the Metal Insulator Transition in High-Mobility 2D_Si-MOSFETs
    Citations: 7

  • Dlimi, S., Elmourabit, F., Id Ouissaaden, F., Baghaz, E., & El Kaaouachi, A. (2023).
    Title: Analysis of thermoelectric effect of wet spun graphene fiber composites
    Citations: 3

  • Dlimi, S., El Kaaouachi, A., Limouny, L., & Narjis, A. (2022).
    Title: Percolation Induced Metal–Insulator Transition in 2D Si/SiGe Quantum Wells
    Citations: 6

  • El Hassan, M., Dlimi, S., Limouny, L., Echchelh, A., & El Kaaouachi, A. (2022).
    Title: Electrical transport phenomenon and variable range hopping conduction in reduced graphene oxide/polystyrene composites
    Citations: 5

  • El Oujdi, A., Ennajih, D., El Kaaouachi, A., Echchelh, A., & Dlimi, S. (2022).
    Title: Positive magnetoconductivity and inelastic scattering time at low temperatures with magnetic field in InSb semiconductor
    Citations: 2

  • Ennajih, D., El Kaaouachi, A., Echchelh, A., Ait Hammou, B., & Dlimi, S. (2022).
    Title: Study of electrical conductivity in metallic n-type InP semiconductor at low temperature in presence of strong magnetic field

  • Limouny, L., Dlimi, S., & El Kaaouachi, A. (2021).
    Title: Negative magnetoresistance in Dirac semimetal Cd₃As₂ in the variable range hopping regime
    Citations: 4