Dominique Cardon | Analytical Techniques | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Dr. Dominique Cardon | Analytical Techniques | Research Excellence Award

Director of Research Emerita | Centre Inter-universitaire d’Histoire et d’Archéologie Médiévales | France

 Dr. Dominique Cardon is a distinguished senior researcher recognized for her extensive contributions to textile history, natural dyes, and heritage science. With a research portfolio comprising 26 publications and 384 citations, her work demonstrates sustained scholarly relevance and interdisciplinary influence. Her expertise spans historical dyeing technologies, natural pigment chemistry, cultural textile heritage, chromatographic analysis of historical fabrics, and the preservation of traditional dyeing knowledge. Through rigorous analytical approaches combining historical manuscripts, material experimentation, and modern spectroscopic and chromatographic techniques, she has helped decode dye recipes, color sources, and textile processes used across centuries. Her scholarly work includes influential studies such as Woaded Blue, Yellow Dyes of Historical Importance, and Cochineal Reds in Iberia and France, which bridge historical documentation with experimental validation and modern scientific tools. Her collaborative approach is evident through partnerships with researchers across chemistry, archaeology, conservation science, and cultural heritage disciplines, fostering international research visibility and methodological advancement. Beyond academic research, her work contributes to cultural preservation, sustainable dye chemistry, and public understanding of traditional craftsmanship. Her contributions continue to support the development of reference frameworks for heritage conservation laboratories, museum science, and textile authentication, positioning her as a respected figure in natural dye research and historical textile science.

Profiles : ORCID | ResearchGate 

Featured Publications

Cardon, D., Espírito Santo, M., Díaz Hidalgo, R., Gonçalves Ferreira, L., Sequeira, J., Otero, V., & Nabais, P. (2025). Cochineal reds in Iberia and France: A comparative study of 18th-century tin-mordant recipes to dye wool. Heritage.

Cardon, D., Santo, M., Teixeira, N., & Nabais, P. (2023). Yellow dyes of historical importance: A handful of weld yellows from the 18th-century recipe books of French master dyers Antoine Janot and Paul Gout. Heritage, 6(12), Article 0391.

Cardon, D., Koren, Z. C., & Sumi, H. (2023). Woaded blue: A colorful approach to the dialectic between written historical sources, experimental archaeology, chromatographic analyses, and biochemical research. Heritage, 6(1), Article 0037.

Quye, A., Cardon, D., & Balfour Paul, J. (2020). The Crutchley Archive: Red colours on wool fabrics from master dyers, London 1716–1744. Textile History, 51(2), 179–197.

Jiming Bian | Physical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Jiming Bian | Physical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Dalian University of Technology in China.

Prof. Jiming Bian 🧑‍🔬, a leading researcher at Dalian University of Technology 🇨🇳, earned his Ph.D. from the Shanghai Institute of Ceramics in 2005. Specializing in emerging semiconductors ⚛️, he has spearheaded major projects on perovskite LEDs and optoelectronic devices. With over 200 publications 📚 and an impressive H-index of 39, his work is globally recognized, including four ESI hot/highly cited papers 🔬. A recipient of multiple science and technology awards 🏆, he also holds 10 patents and collaborates internationally 🌍. His innovation in carbon-based PSCs achieved record-breaking performance ⚡, pushing boundaries in solar technology ☀️.

Professional Profile

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🔍 Summary of Suitability:

Prof. Jiming Bian is an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his exceptional contributions to the field of materials science and optoelectronic devices ⚛️. With a Ph.D. from the prestigious Shanghai Institute of Ceramics and his role as Professor at Dalian University of Technology 👨‍🏫, he has consistently delivered impactful research with real-world applications. His work demonstrates innovation, scientific excellence, and international recognition 🌍.

🎓 Education

📍 Ph.D. in Materials Science (2005)
Shanghai Institute of Ceramics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China 🇨🇳

💼 Professional Experience

  • 👨‍🏫 Professor & Ph.D. Supervisor
    Dalian University of Technology, China 🇨🇳

  • 🔬 Research Specialization:
    Growth, electro-optical conversion, and device application of emerging semiconductors ⚛️

  • 📈 Research Achievements:

    • Published over 200 peer-reviewed articles in top journals like Joule, ACS Energy Letters, and Energy & Environmental Science 📚

    • Holds 10 published patents 🧾

    • H-index of 39 (Scopus) 📊

    • 4 papers recognized as ESI hot or highly cited 🔥

  • 🤝 Global Collaborations:

    • UCLA (USA) 🇺🇸

    • Sungkyunkwan University (South Korea) 🇰🇷

    • EPFL (Switzerland) 🇨🇭

  • 🏆 Honors & Awards:

    • Liaoning Province Excellent Postgraduate Tutor 🧑‍🎓

    • Multiple provincial & ministerial science and tech awards 🥇

Professional Development 🚀📖

Prof. Jiming Bian has steadily advanced in the field of materials science and semiconductor research ⚛️. After earning his Ph.D. 🎓 in 2005, he has become a prominent professor and Ph.D. supervisor 👨‍🏫 at Dalian University of Technology. His journey includes leading several national and provincial research projects 🔬, publishing over 200 articles 📚, and securing 10 patents 🧾. With an H-index of 39 📊 and international collaborations 🌍, he contributes to pioneering technologies like perovskite LEDs and solar cells ☀️. His editorial and scientific roles further establish him as a respected leader in electro-optical innovation 🏅.

Research Focus 🔍🤖

Prof. Jiming Bian’s research focuses on emerging semiconductors and their applications in optoelectronic devices ⚡. He specializes in the growth, charge transport, and electro-optical conversion of materials like perovskites 🧪. His innovative work on carbon-based perovskite solar cells (C-PSCs) ☀️ addresses major stability issues and has achieved world-record power conversion efficiency 📈. Additionally, his modular configurations improve device flexibility 🔁 and longevity. His expertise spans the fields of materials science, photovoltaics, and flexible electronics, contributing to green energy technologies 🌱 and next-gen semiconductor devices 🧠. His cutting-edge approach continues to push boundaries in sustainable and high-performance electronics 🔬.

Awards and Honors 🏆🎖️

  • 🏆 Liaoning Province Excellent Postgraduate Tutor

  • 🥇 Recipient of three provincial and ministerial science and technology awards

  • 🔥 Four papers selected as ESI Hot or Highly Cited Papers

  • 📈 Recognized for achieving world-record efficiency (22.65%) in modular carbon-based perovskite solar cells

  • 🌍 Editorial board member of Journal of Inorganic Materials – an SCI journal with international influence

Publications & Citations 📚

  • 📘 Piezo-phototronic effect improved performance… (2017) — Cited by: 223 📈 | [DOI: 10.1016/J.NANOEN.2016.12.028]

  • 💡 Electroluminescence from perovskite LEDs… (2016) — Cited by: 130 ✨ | [DOI: 10.1016/J.CPLETT.2016.09.041]

  • 🔋 Branched ZnO nanotrees on flexible fiber-paper… (2015) — Cited by: 98 ⚡ | [DOI: 10.1039/C4RA09163A]

  • 🔬 Controllable end shape modification of ZnO nano-arrays… (2015) — Cited by: 55 🧪 | [DOI: 10.1088/0022-3727/48/36/365303]

  • ⚙️ Enhanced performance of wearable piezoelectric nanogenerator… (2014) — Cited by: 190 🔧 | [DOI: 10.1063/1.4869118]

 🔍 Conclusion:

Prof. Jiming Bian’s prolific publication record, technological innovations, and global collaborations mark him as a leading scientist in semiconductor and energy materials research 🌟. His pioneering work in perovskite-based technologies not only advances academic understanding but also offers transformative solutions for sustainable energy ⚡🌱. These achievements make him an ideal and deserving recipient of the Best Researcher Award 🏅.

 

 

Jiang xiaowei | Surface Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Jiang xiaowei | Surface Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

team leader at jiangsu university of science and technology in China.

Jiang Xiaowei 🎓 is a professor at Jiangsu University of Science and Technology and a leading talent in Jiangsu Province’s “333 Project” and Deep Blue initiative. 🌊 With expertise in intelligent welding 🤖, industrial robots, and digital factory technology 🏭, he led the development of China’s first intelligent ship pipe welding production line and wall-climbing painting robots 🎨. His work was recognized as one of China’s top ten technological advances in intelligent manufacturing (2019) 🏆. A distinguished expert, he has won multiple national science awards 🏅, holds 10 invention patents 📜, and actively contributes to international engineering organizations. 🌍

Professional Profile
Suitability for the Best Researcher Award

Jiang Xiaowei is a highly accomplished researcher in intelligent welding, industrial robotics, and smart manufacturing 🤖🏭. His groundbreaking contributions in these fields, combined with multiple prestigious awards, patents, and leadership in national and international organizations, make him a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His innovations have significantly impacted shipbuilding and manufacturing technologies, demonstrating both scientific excellence and real-world application.

Education 🎓

  • Jiangsu University of Science and Technology – Professor at the university.

Experience 🏆

  • Leading Talent in Jiangsu Province – Recognized under the “333 Project” and Deep Blue initiative. 🌊
  • Expert in Intelligent Welding & Robotics 🤖 – Specializes in industrial robot applications, digital factory technology, and equipment integration.
  • Project Leader 🚀 – Led the development of China’s first intelligent pipe welding production line for ships and wall-climbing painting robots. 🎨
  • Award-Winning Innovator 🏅 – Won multiple national and industry-specific science and technology awards.
  • Patent Holder 📜 – First inventor of 10 patents, including 9 domestic and 1 European invention patent.
  • Editorial & Committee Memberships 🏛️ – Serves on international journal editorial boards and national standardization committees in marine machinery and shipbuilding.

Professional Development 🚀📖

Jiang Xiaowei has made significant contributions to intelligent welding 🤖, industrial robotics, and digital manufacturing 🏭. As a key figure in Jiangsu Province’s “333 Project” and Deep Blue initiative 🌊, he has led groundbreaking projects, including China’s first intelligent pipe welding production line for ships and wall-climbing painting robots 🎨. His achievements earned multiple prestigious awards 🏆, and he holds 10 invention patents 📜. Actively engaged in professional organizations 🌍, he serves on editorial boards and national standardization committees, shaping the future of shipbuilding and mechanical engineering. His work continues to drive innovation in smart manufacturing. 🔬

Research Focus 🔍🤖

Jiang Xiaowei specializes in intelligent welding systems 🤖, industrial robotics 🚀, and digital manufacturing 🏭. His research focuses on developing automated welding technologies 🔥, smart robotic applications 🤝, and intelligent factories ⚙️ to enhance efficiency in shipbuilding and industrial production. He played a key role in creating China’s first intelligent pipe welding production line for ships 🚢 and wall-climbing painting robots 🎨. His work integrates AI-driven automation 🧠 and precision engineering 🛠️ to advance next-generation manufacturing technologies 🌍. Jiang’s innovations contribute to making smart factories and robotics more adaptive, efficient, and intelligent. 🔄

Awards & Honors 🏆

  • National Defense Science and Technology Progress Award – Second Prize (2nd place) 🏅
  • Science and Technology Progress Award (China Shipbuilding Industry Corporation) – Two First Prizes (2nd & 4th place) 🥇🥇
  • Science and Technology Progress Award (China Shipbuilding Engineering Society) – One First Prize (2nd place) and One Second Prize (1st place) 🥇🥈
  • Top Ten Technological Advances in China’s Intelligent Manufacturing (2019) 🚀
  • Excellent Expert in Standardization (China Shipbuilding Industry, 2024) 👨‍🏫
  • Editorial Board MemberInternational Journal of Science and Engineering 📖
  • Senior Member – China Society of Shipbuilding Engineers & China Society of Mechanical Engineers ⚙️
  • Professional Member – American Society of Mechanical Engineers 🌍
Publication Top Notes:

📌 Evolutionary origins of the SARS-CoV-2 sarbecovirus lineage responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic – MF Boni, P Lemey, X Jiang, TTY Lam, BW Perry, TA Castoe, A Rambaut, … – Nature Microbiology (2020) – 📑 1120 citations

📌 The origins of SARS-CoV-2: A critical review – EC Holmes, SA Goldstein, AL Rasmussen, DL Robertson, … – Cell (2021) – 📑 640 citations

📌 Exploring the natural origins of SARS-CoV-2 in the light of recombination – S Lytras, J Hughes, D Martin, P Swanepoel, A de Klerk, R Lourens, … – Genome Biology and Evolution (2022) – 📑 171 citations

📌 The animal origin of SARS-CoV-2 – S Lytras, W Xia, J Hughes, X Jiang, DL Robertson – Science (2021) – 📑 160 citations

📌 The evolutionary landscape of colorectal tumorigenesis – W Cross, M Kovac, V Mustonen, D Temko, H Davis, AM Baker, S Biswas, … – Nature Ecology & Evolution (2018) – 📑 130 citations

📌 Characterizing the diverse mutational pathways associated with R5-tropic maraviroc resistance: HIV-1 that uses the drug-bound CCR5 coreceptor – X Jiang, F Feyertag, CJ Meehan, GP McCormack, SA Travers, C Craig, … – Journal of Virology (2015) – 📑 43 citations

📌 Ebolavirus is evolving but not changing: No evidence for functional change in EBOV from 1976 to the 2014 outbreak – AS Olabode, X Jiang, DL Robertson, SC Lovell – Virology (2015) – 📑 41 citations

📌 Wildlife trade is likely the source of SARS-CoV-2 – X Jiang, R Wang – Science (2022) – 📑 26 citations

📌 How One Pandemic Led To Another: Was African Swine Fever Virus (ASFV) The Disruption Contributing To Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS‑CoV‑2) Emergence? – W Xia, J Hughes, D Robertson, X Jiang – Preprints (2021) – 📑 23 citations

📌 Conclusion:

Jiang Xiaowei’s pioneering research, technological innovations, and global impact make him an ideal candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His scientific excellence, leadership, and industry-changing contributions position him as a leading figure in intelligent manufacturing, making his work invaluable for future advancements in robotics, welding, and automation. 🚀