Alper Bideci | Building Materials | Editorial Board Member

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Alper Bideci | Building Materials | Editorial Board Member

Architecture | Düzce University | Turkey

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Alper Bideci is a leading researcher in construction materials, recognized for his extensive contributions to lightweight concrete technology, polymer-coated aggregates, sustainable building materials, and the performance optimization of cement-based composites. His scholarly work spans mechanical behavior, thermal performance, durability enhancement, fracture energy, shrinkage, creep, and microstructural characterization of advanced concretes, supported by experimental testing and image-processing-based evaluation methods. Dr. Bideci has published numerous high-impact articles in SCI-Expanded journals, including significant studies on polyester-coated pumice aggregates, fiber-reinforced calcium aluminate concrete under elevated temperatures, homogeneity assessment in EPS-integrated mortars, environmental performance of insulated façade panels using life cycle assessment, and the influence of hemp fibers, waste tyre additives, and polymer modifications on strength and fracture properties. His investigations have advanced understanding of eco-efficient composites, permeability control, color and structural homogeneity, and the integration of industrial by-products in construction materials. Dr. Bideci’s research additionally encompasses polymer coatings for lightweight aggregates, the structural behavior of self-compacting concretes containing waste materials, and performance assessments of historical brick and concrete systems through experimental methods. He has led and contributed to funded research projects on polymer-coated aggregates and historical building materials and has achieved substantial international recognition, with over 350 citations reflecting his global impact. His consistent achievements have been honored repeatedly with the Scientific Encouragement Awards of the Scientific and Technical Research Council of Turkey (TÜBİTAK), recognizing his sustained advancements in high-performance, durable, and sustainable construction materials.

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Featured Publications

Bideci, A., Sallı Bideci, Ö., & Ashour, A. (2023). Mechanical and thermal properties of lightweight concrete produced with polyester-coated pumice aggregate. Construction and Building Materials, 394.

Sallı Bideci, Ö., Yilmaz, H., Gencel, O., Bideci, A., Çomak, B., & Nodehi, M. (2023). Fiber-reinforced lightweight calcium aluminate cement-based concrete: Effect of exposure to elevated temperatures. Sustainability, 15, 4722.

Çomak, B., Aykanat, B., Sallı Bideci, Ö., Bideci, A. (2022). Determination of homogeneity index of cementitious composites produced with EPS beads by image processing techniques. Computers and Concrete, 29, 107–115.

Çomak, B., Bideci, A., Aykanat, B., & Sallı Bideci, Ö. (2021). Determination of color homogeneity by image processing in cement-based mortars. Romanian Journal of Materials, 51, 552–557.

Yılmaz, E., Arslan, H., & Bideci, A. (2019). Environmental performance analysis of insulated composite facade panels using life cycle assessment (LCA). Construction and Building Materials, 202, 806–813.

Xinyang He | Thermoelectric Fiber | Young Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Xinyang He | Thermoelectric Fiber | Young Researcher Award

Associate Professor | Nantong University | China

Xinyang He is an Associate Professor at the College of Textiles and Clothing, Nantong University, with research expertise in thermoelectric fibers, smart textiles, and optical-thermal-electrical sensor devices. He completed his doctoral studies in Textile Engineering at Donghua University and was selected for the prestigious Young Talent Support Program of the China Association for Science and Technology. He has been recognized as an outstanding graduate and received government sponsorship to pursue collaborative research with Professor Ouyang Jianyong at the National University of Singapore. He has also led competitive research projects supported by national and institutional funding programs. Dr. He has established a strong research profile, publishing widely in leading international journals such as Nature Communications, Advanced Functional Materials, ACS Nano, and Engineering, with several of his papers recognized among the most highly cited in their field. His work is widely referenced, reflecting the influence of his contributions to wearable energy-harvesting technologies and advanced textile applications. Beyond research, he actively supports the scientific community as a member of the Young Editorial Board for several journals, including Chinese Chemical Letters, Carbon Neutralization, Clean Energy Science and Technology, and Renewable and Sustainable Energy, while also serving as editorial assistant for Research and Textile Research Journal and as a reviewer for multiple other journals. In addition, he has contributed scholarly works to international publications, including a book chapter on thermoelectric materials and devices in Wiley’s Electrospinning. His achievements reflect his dedication to advancing smart materials and innovative textile engineering.

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Featured Publications

He, X., Gu, J., Hao, Y., Zheng, M., Wang, L., Yu, J., & Qin, X. (2022). Continuous manufacture of stretchable and integratable thermoelectric nanofiber yarn for human body energy harvesting and self-powered motion detection. Chemical Engineering Journal, 450, 137937.

He, X., Shi, J., Hao, Y., He, M., Cai, J., Qin, X., Wang, L., & Yu, J. (2022). Highly stretchable, durable, and breathable thermoelectric fabrics for human body energy harvesting and sensing. Carbon Energy, 4(4), 621–632.

Sun, Z., Feng, L., Xiong, C., He, X., Wang, L., Qin, X., & Yu, J. (2021). Electrospun nanofiber fabric: An efficient, breathable and wearable moist-electric generator. Journal of Materials Chemistry A, 9(11), 7085–7093.

Hao, Y., Yan, Q., Liu, H., He, X., Zhang, P., Qin, X., Wang, R., Sun, J., Wang, L., & Yu, J. (2023). A stretchable, breathable, and self-adhesive electronic skin with multimodal sensing capabilities for human-centered healthcare. Advanced Functional Materials, 33(44), 2303881.

He, X., Hao, Y., He, M., Qin, X., Wang, L., & Yu, J. (2021). Stretchable thermoelectric-based self-powered dual-parameter sensors with decoupled temperature and strain sensing. ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, 13(50), 60498–60507.

He, X., Shi, J., Hao, Y., Wang, L., Qin, X., & Yu, J. (2021). PEDOT:PSS/CNT composites based ultra-stretchable thermoelectrics and their application as strain sensors. Composites Communications, 27, 100822.

Hao, Y., He, X., Wang, L., Qin, X., Chen, G., & Yu, J. (2022). Stretchable thermoelectrics: Strategies, performances, and applications. Advanced Functional Materials, 32(13), 2109790.

He, X., Li, B., Cai, J., Zhang, H., Li, C., Li, X., Yu, J., Wang, L., & Qin, X. (2023). A waterproof, environment-friendly, multifunctional, and stretchable thermoelectric fabric for continuous self-powered personal health signal collection at high humidity. SusMat, 3(5), 709–720.

Cristina Veres | Mechanical Properties of Advanced Materials | Best Review Paper Award

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Dr. Cristina Veres | Mechanical Properties of Advanced Materials | Best Review Paper Award

Lecturer at G.E.Palade UMPhST, Romania

Dr. Veres Cristina is a versatile academic and professional specializing in management, engineering, and biomedical innovation. She serves as a university lecturer at the University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science and Technology of Târgu Mureș (UMFST), where she teaches courses in industrial and project management, biomedical engineering, and sustainable development. In parallel, she holds the position of Academic Secretary within the Vice-Rector’s Office for International Relations, University Networks, and Public Relations. She also acts as Head of Management Administration at Azomureș JSC, a leading agricultural fertilizer company, where she oversees strategic initiatives, educational partnerships, and internal training. Her profile reflects a dynamic blend of academic rigor and practical leadership across sectors.

Profile

Scholar

Education

Dr. Veres holds a rich academic background grounded in multidisciplinary studies. She earned her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Management and Business Management from the University “Petru Maior” in Târgu Mureș. She then pursued doctoral studies in Engineering and Management at the Technical University of Cluj-Napoca, focusing on lean practices in industrial and healthcare systems. Further advancing her expertise, she completed postdoctoral studies at the Romanian Academy’s Institute of National Economy, researching lean healthcare strategies. She also obtained a Master’s degree in Engineering Sciences Applied in Medicine from the Technical University of Cluj-Napoca between 2021 and 2023. Additionally, she gained international academic exposure through an Erasmus scholarship at the Università del Salento in Italy.

Experience

With over a decade of diverse professional experience, Dr. Veres has successfully navigated both academia and industry. Between 2012 and 2019, she worked at IRUM JSC as a marketing specialist, managing communications, logistics, customer relations, and technical sales in the agricultural and forestry equipment sector. Since 2019, she has served as Head of Management Administration at Azomureș JSC, contributing to strategic development, academic collaboration, and project coordination. In academia, she has been a university lecturer since 2018, teaching a wide range of management and engineering subjects and mentoring students in practical and research-oriented capacities. Her recent appointment as Academic Secretary further reflects her strategic contributions to UMFST’s international outreach and institutional development.

Research Interest

Dr. Veres’s research interests are highly interdisciplinary, combining elements of management, biomedical engineering, and industrial optimization. She focuses on lean manufacturing, Industry 4.0, economic engineering, sustainability, healthcare improvement, and training strategies. Her work emphasizes enhancing operational efficiency while maintaining adaptability in complex systems, especially within the healthcare and manufacturing sectors. She also contributes to environmental research, leading a study on air quality factors in the Târgu Mureș metropolitan area. Her involvement in national and European projects such as Horizon Europe underscores her commitment to forward-looking, impact-driven research.

Awards

Dr. Veres has been recognized for her outstanding academic and research contributions. In 2023, she received an award for Web of Science-indexed publications under the UEFISCDI research results competition. Earlier, she won the Grand Prix “Virgil Madgearu” at the National Olympiad of Students in Economics and Management in 2012. She holds a trainer certificate since 2019 and has completed international training in lean methodologies, including “Toyota Kata in Field Training” by ALFRA Lean Advisors, underscoring her continuous professional development and leadership in educational innovation.

Publications

Dr. Veres has published over 70 scientific articles and received more than 770 citations. Her most cited and impactful publications include:

  • “Externalities of Lean Implementation in Medical Laboratories. Process Optimization vs. Adaptation and Flexibility for the Future”, International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 2021 – cited in healthcare process adaptation research.

  • “Economic Effects of Idea Generation and Idea Management System in Automotive Industry: a Quantitative Case Study for Romania”, The Journal of Technology Transfer, 2023 – cited in innovation and knowledge transfer studies.

  • “A Lean Approach in Educational Laboratories”, IEEE Xplore, 2019 – cited in digital lean education and manufacturing systems.

  • Additional publications featured in MDPI and SpringerLink journals, contributing to biomedical and industrial research.

These works demonstrate her academic impact in both engineering and healthcare systems.

Conclusion

Dr. Veres Cristina exemplifies the integration of academic excellence, industrial expertise, and strategic leadership. Her accomplishments in education, research, and professional practice make her a distinguished candidate for award recognition. Her ongoing work in lean systems, biomedical innovation, and interdisciplinary education confirms her commitment to meaningful contributions in both academic and societal contexts. She represents the values of innovation, collaboration, and excellence that this award seeks to honor.