Nasruddin | Composite Materials Science | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Nasruddin | Composite Materials Science | Editorial Board Member

Dr. Nasruddin | National Research and Innovation Agency | Indonesia

Dr. Nasruddin, ST., M.Si is a Principal Researcher at the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), Indonesia, known for his deep expertise in functional rubber and industrial material innovation. He holds both a Master’s and Doctoral degree in Agro-Industry from Sriwijaya University and has built a distinguished career focused on advancing natural rubber composites, solid tire technologies, rubber–asphalt additives, elastomer modification, and green filler development. His extensive scientific contributions span a wide range of topics including rubber engineering, biomass utilization, essential oil processing, biofuels, and industrial biotechnology. As a lead researcher in numerous major projects, he has developed innovations such as solid foam tires, rubber-based medical and mobility components, asphalt-strengthening rubber additives, membrane filter press materials, and rubberized industrial products. His research excellence has resulted in multiple patents related to rubber processing devices and high-performance rubber formulations. Dr. Nasruddin has received several prestigious national awards for innovation and research leadership, reflecting his strong impact on Indonesia’s industrial and scientific

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Featured Publications

Nasruddin. (2017). The effect of natural-based oil as plasticizer towards physics-mechanical properties of NR-SBR blending for solid tyre. International Conference of the Indonesian Chemical Society (ICICS), 1.

Nasruddin. (2020). Study of the mechanical properties of natural rubber composites with synthetic rubber using used cooking oil as a softener. Indonesian Journal of Chemistry, 20, 967–978.

Nasruddin, Setianto, W. B., Yohanes, H., Atmaji, G., Yanto, D. H. Y., Wulandari, E. P., Marlina, P., Wiranata, A., & Ibrahim, B. (2023). Characterization of natural rubber, styrene butadiene rubber, and nitrile butadiene rubber monomer blend composites loaded with zinc stearate for the solid tire industry. Applied Sciences, 13(3), 1277.

Nasruddin. (2019). Natural rubber composites for solid tyre used for forklift: Tensile properties and morphological characteristics. Sriwijaya International Conference on Basic and Applied Science, 1282, 1–9.

Nasruddin. (2019). Composites of natural rubber, carbon black, and kaolin sodium bicarbonate content for sponge application. IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering, 509, 012094.

Ibrahim, B., Helwani, Z., Wiranata, A., Fadhillah, I., Miharyono, J., & Nasruddin. (2022). Properties of emulsion paints with binders based on natural latex grafting styrene and methyl methacrylate. Applied Sciences, 12(24), 12802.

Nasruddin, Agustini, S., & Sholeh, M. (2021). Utilization of kaolin as a filling material for rubber solid tire compounds for two-wheeled electric scooters. IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering, 1143, 012010.

Marlina, P., Prasetya, H. A., Rahmaniar, Nugroho, A. K., Yusya, M. K., & Nasruddin. (2022). The rheological and mechanical properties of natural rubber/graphene composites. IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science, 963, 012026.

Nasruddin & Affandy, R. (2011). Karakteristik briket dari tongkol jagung dengan perekat tetes tebu dan kanji. Jurnal Dinamika Penelitian Industri, 22(2), 1–10.

Touha Nazrun | Composite Materials | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs. Touha Nazrun | Composite Materials | Best Researcher Award

Mrs. Touha Nazrun | Western Sydney University | Australia

Mrs. Touha Nazrun is an emerging researcher in fire safety engineering whose work demonstrates strong scientific promise, technical depth, and consistent research productivity. Her role as a Casual Research Assistant at Western Sydney University involves conducting experimental studies on the application of developed intumescent coatings on aluminium sheets, ACP cladding panels, gypsum boards, and concrete materials, with a focus on enhancing fire resistance and evaluating material performance under high-temperature conditions. She has authored several peer-reviewed publications in reputable journals, including contributions to Sustainability, Progress in Organic Coatings, and Fire, covering topics such as sustainable biopolymer-based cladding materials, fire performance improvements of aluminium composite panels, and comprehensive reviews of intumescent coating formulations and manufacturing methods. Her conference paper on the fire behaviour of aluminium sheets coated with intumescent materials earned a Best Paper Award, underscoring the originality and impact of her research. She maintains an active research pipeline with submitted and ready-to-submit manuscripts addressing material characterization, polymer–mineral filler compositions, and the use of recycled silicon dioxide in coating systems. Her scientific contributions extend to practical fire safety advancements, sustainable material development, and performance evaluation of protective coatings, reflecting her commitment to solving real-world engineering challenges. Beyond research, she has participated in technical conferences, volunteered in professional events related to fire safety engineering, and engaged in community and organizational activities, demonstrating a strong service orientation alongside academic excellence. Her growing body of work positions her as a promising researcher contributing valuable knowledge to the fields of fire protection materials, sustainable cladding technologies, and applied fire safety engineering.

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Featured Publications

Nazrun, T., Hassan, M. K., Hossain, M. D., Ahmed, B., Hasnat, M. R., & Saha, S. (2024). Application of biopolymers as sustainable cladding materials: A review. Sustainability, 16(1), 27.

Nazrun, T., Hassan, M. K., Hasnat, M. R., Hossain, M. D., Ahmed, B., & Saha, S. (2025). A comprehensive review on intumescent coatings: Formulation, manufacturing methods, research development, and issues. Fire, 8(4), 155.

Nazrun, T., Hassan, M. K., Hasnat, M. R., Hossain, M. D., & Saha, S. (2025). Improving fire performance of solid aluminium and composite cladding panels incorporating intumescent coatings. Progress in Organic Coatings, 201, 109142.

Nazrun, T., Hassan, M. K., Hasnat, M. R., Hossain, M. D., & Saha, S. (2024). Comparative study on fire behaviour of solid aluminium sheets coated with intumescent materials. Proceedings of the International Conference on Fire Safety Engineering Research and Practice.

Suresh Vellingiri | Matrix Composites | Pioneer Researcher Award

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Dr. Suresh Vellingiri | Matrix Composites | Pioneer Researcher Award

Associate Professor | Kalaignar karunanidhi Institute of Technology | India

Dr. Suresh Vellingiri is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of Mechanical Engineering, currently serving as an Associate Professor at KIT–Kalaignarkarunanidhi Institute of Technology, Coimbatore. He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Anna University, obtained in 2014, along with an M.E. in Engineering Design and a B.E. in Mechanical Engineering, both with first-class distinction. With over two decades of academic and research experience, including 11 years post-Ph.D., Dr. Vellingiri has made notable contributions in materials and manufacturing processes, composite materials, CAD/CAM, FEA, and additive manufacturing technologies. His doctoral research focused on the mechanical testing and machining parameter analysis of LM25 aluminium hybrid metal matrix composites reinforced with boron carbide and graphite. A recognized research supervisor under Anna University, he has published extensively in reputed journals, achieving over 970 citations with an h-index of 13 and i10-index of 16. His research includes innovative works on intelligent control systems, solar energy applications, and biofuels with nano-additives. Beyond research, Dr. Vellingiri has played several academic leadership roles, including Research Coordinator, NBA/NAAC Criteria Coordinator, and International Conference Organizer at various engineering institutions. His consistent efforts in promoting academic excellence, mentoring young researchers, and integrating modern design and manufacturing concepts into education exemplify his dedication to advancing engineering science and technology. Through his scholarly impact, leadership, and research innovation, Dr. Vellingiri continues to be a driving force in the evolving field of mechanical and manufacturing engineering.

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Featured Publications

  • Perundyurai, T. S., Vellingiri, S., Rajendrian, S., Munusamy, S., & Chinnaiyan, S. (2020). K-nearest neighbour technique for the effective prediction of refrigeration parameter compatible for automobile. Thermal Science, 24(1 Part B), 565–569.

  • Vigneshkumar, N., Venkatasudhahar, M., Kumar, P. M., Ramesh, A., Subbiah, R., & Vellingiri, S. (2021). Investigation on indirect solar dryer for drying sliced potatoes using phase change materials (PCM). Materials Today: Proceedings, 47, 5233–5238.

  • Vasanthaseelan, S., Kumar, P. M., Anandkumar, R., Ram, K. H., Subbiah, R., & Vellingiri, S. (2021). Investigation on solar water heater with different types of turbulators. Materials Today: Proceedings, 47, 5203–5208.

  • Saravankumar, P. T., Suresh, V., Vijayan, V., & Godwin Antony, A. (2019). Ecological effect of corn oil biofuel with SiO₂ nano-additives. Energy Sources, Part A: Recovery, Utilization, and Environmental Effects, 41, 1–10.

  • Sathish Kumar, A., Naveen, S., Vijayakumar, R., Suresh, V., Asary, A. R., & Others. (2023). An intelligent fuzzy-particle swarm optimization supervisory-based control of robot manipulator for industrial welding applications. Scientific Reports, 13(1), 8253.

Sun Yufeng | Composite Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr Sun Yufeng | Composite Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr Sun Yufeng | Shandong Agricultural University | China

Dr. Yufeng Sun is an Associate Professor and Master Supervisor at the College of Food Science and Engineering, Shandong Agricultural University. She holds a Ph.D. in Food Science and Engineering from the same university and a bachelor’s degree in Food Quality and Safety from Qilu University of Technology. As a key member of the Food Safety and Quality Control Team, Dr. Sun focuses on developing advanced nanomaterial-based electrochemical sensors for the rapid and precise detection of chemical hazards in food and agricultural products. Her research expertise includes signal amplification strategies, covalent organic frameworks (COFs), and molecularly imprinted polymers (MIPs). She has led several major national and provincial research projects, including those supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and the Shandong Provincial Key R&D Program. Dr. Sun has published 12 SCI-indexed papers in top-tier journals such as Food Chemistry and Sensors and Actuators B: Chemical, and she is a co-inventor on five authorized Chinese national patents related to electrochemical sensing technologies. Her academic excellence has been recognized through multiple prestigious awards, including the Shandong Provincial Science and Technology Progress Award (Second Class, 2025), the Huaihai Science and Technology Award (First Class, 2024), and the Shandong Provincial Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation Award (2022). Dr. Sun continues to advance the field of food safety testing through her innovative research in nanomaterial design and sensor technology.

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Featured Publications

Rapid polymerization of molecularly imprinted hydrogels with self-adhesion, conductivity and specificity triggered by tannic acid–silver nanoparticles for electrochemical detection of methyl parathion in foods. (2025). Food Chemistry.