Zhongjun Ma | Nanoelectronics | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Zhongjun Ma | Nanoelectronics | Research Excellence Award

Engineer | Henan Normal University | China

Zhongjun Ma is a faculty researcher at the School of Environment, Henan Normal University, Xinxiang, China, specializing in microwave absorption and related electromagnetic functional materials. He earned his doctoral degree with a specialization in microwave absorption science, building a strong foundation in material design, absorption mechanisms, and device-oriented applications. Professionally, he has contributed through academic teaching, research project participation, and collaborative research activities, demonstrating leadership in experimental design and scholarly dissemination. His research focuses on microwave absorbing materials, absorption mechanisms, and the development of high-performance microwave absorbing devices, with contributions that advance both theoretical understanding and practical implementation. He has authored 22 scholarly documents that collectively reflect sustained research productivity and impact, achieving 521 citations and an h-index of 12, underscoring the relevance and influence of his work within the field.

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Featured Publications

Toroidal Curved Overlapping Patch Resonant Microwave Sensor for Bolt Loosening Detection
Han, X.-Y.; Zhang, D.; Liu, J.; Liu, X.; Sun, C.; Fu, C.-H.; Ma, Z.-J. – SSRN
ZIF-67-Derived Hierarchical Porous Hollow Shell Engineering for Efficient Microwave Absorption in Ku Band
Han, X.; Sun, C.; Zhang, S.; Liu, K.; Zhai, P.; Liu, X.; Zhang, D.; Liu, J.; Ma, Z. – SSRN
Conversion of Lignin into Porous Carbons for High-Performance Supercapacitors via Spray Drying and KOH Activation
Feng, S.; Ouyang, Q.; Huang, J.; Zhang, X.; Ma, Z.; Liang, K.; Huang, Q. – Journal of Renewable Materials

Dr. Hiroki Konno | Nanoelectronics & Nanomaterials | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Hiroki Konno | Nanoelectronics & Nanomaterials | Research Excellence Award

Associate Prof | Nano Life Science Institute (WPI Nano-LSI)/Kanazawa University | Japan

Dr. Hiroki Konno, Associate Professor at the Nano Life Science Institute of Kanazawa University, is a leading expert in single-molecule biophysics, high-speed atomic force microscopy, and nanoscale biomolecular analysis. He holds a doctoral degree from the Tokyo Institute of Technology with specialization in biochemical and biophysical mechanisms of protein molecular motors, followed by advanced postdoctoral training in the same field. His professional career includes academic appointments in chemical and biophysical research laboratories, where he contributed to major projects on ATP synthase regulation and nanoscale protein imaging, and he currently leads innovative research programs on protein structural dynamics, lipid–protein interactions, and ubiquitin-related molecular mechanisms. Dr. Konno’s research focuses on elucidating protein structure–function relationships using high-speed AFM and developing advanced methodologies for visualizing dynamic molecular processes, resulting in a substantial body of publications and impactful scientific contributions. His work includes collaborative projects with domestic and international research groups across multiple domains of nanoscience and molecular biology. He has achieved notable recognition through memberships in the Biophysical Society of Japan, the Japanese Biochemical Society, and the Molecular Biology Society of Japan, reflecting his professional standing and commitment to advancing nanoscale science. His publication record, collaborative leadership, and contributions to advancing nanoscale biomolecular imaging underscore his strong candidature for this award.

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Featured Publications

Hiroki Konno, Flexible Fitting to Infer Atomistic-Precision Models of Large-Amplitude Conformational Dynamics in Biomolecules from High-Speed Atomic Force Microscopy Imaging. ACS Nano., Accepted.*

Hiroki Konno, Seesaw protein: Design of a protein that adopts interconvertible alternative functional conformations and its dynamics. Proc. Natl. Acad. Sci. USA., Accepted.*

Hiroki Konno, ALZ-801 prevents amyloid β-protein assembly and reduces cytotoxicity: A preclinical experimental study. FASEB J., Accepted.*

Hiroki Konno, High-Speed Atomic Force Microscopy Reveals Fluctuations and Dimer Splitting of the N-Terminal Domain of GluA2 Ionotropic Glutamate Receptor-Auxiliary Subunit Complex. ACS Nano., 2024, Accepted.

Hiroki Konno, Structural Dynamics of E6AP E3 Ligase HECT Domain and Involvement of a Flexible Hinge Loop in the Ubiquitin Chain Synthesis Mechanism. Nano Lett., Accepted.

Mrs. Ricky Rajora | VLSI & Microelectronics Design | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs. Ricky Rajora | VLSI & Microelectronics Design | Best Researcher Award

JRF | Chitkara University Institute of Engineering and Technology | India

Ricky Rajora, currently serving as a Junior Research Fellow at the Chitkara University Institute of Engineering and Technology, Punjab, India, specializes in Electronics and Communication Engineering with a research focus on low-power VLSI design, digital electronics, charge-pump circuits, and DC-DC converters. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Guru Nanak Institute of Technology, Ambala, under Kurukshetra University, followed by a Master of Engineering from Chitkara University, where she is presently pursuing her PhD. Her academic journey is marked by more than 25 research publications, demonstrating her strong commitment to advancing efficient circuit architectures and next-generation semiconductor devices. Ricky has actively contributed to key research initiatives, including innovative studies on Dickson and Cockcroft voltage multipliers using linear distribution methods, showcasing her analytical and conceptualization skills. Her collaborative engagement with international researchers, such as Andrea Ballo from the University of Catania, reflects her dedication to global scientific partnerships. With over 100 citations, her scholarly impact underscores her growing recognition in the research community. Ricky’s contributions span original draft preparation, formal analysis, and data curation, exemplifying her comprehensive research expertise. Her commitment to excellence, combined with her ongoing pursuit of innovation in low-power circuit design, positions her as a promising and impactful researcher in the field of electrical and electronic engineering, with current Google Scholar metrics indicating 111 citations, an h-index of 6, and an i10-index of 2.

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Featured Publications

Ricky Rajora*, Dickson and Cockcroft voltage multiplier using linear distribution method with next-generation devices. J. Low Power Electron. Appl., Accepted.

Ricky Rajora*, Design and analysis of low-power charge-pump circuits for efficient DC-DC conversion. Microelectron. J., 2024, 8(3), 104215.

Ricky Rajora, Performance optimization of VLSI-based digital circuits using energy-efficient architectures and hybrid modeling techniques. Int. J. Electron. Commun., 2024, 9(2), 118032.