Jae-Kwang Kim | Renewable Energy | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jae-Kwang Kim | Renewable Energy | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr.  Jae-Kwang Kim | Cheongju University | South Korea

Jae-Kwang Kim is an accomplished materials scientist and energy storage researcher currently serving as Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Energy Conversion Engineering at Cheongju University, Korea, since 2015. He previously held a research-focused Assistant Professorship at UNIST and completed both his postdoctoral research and Ph.D. at Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden, specializing in material science. With over 150 international publications and multiple patents, his work spans lithium-metal, sodium, and seawater battery systems, solid and hybrid electrolytes, organic polymer electrodes, and flexible energy storage technologies. His research contributions have appeared in leading journals such as Advanced Energy Materials, Nano Energy, Energy Storage Materials, Chemical Engineering Journal, and NPG Asia Materials. Kim has led projects in both academia and industry, having worked as an assistant researcher at VK EIG, Hanwha Chemical, and Kaya MA, contributing to cathode development and electrochemical testing. He also served as Research Director at the Solar Research Institute (2018–2019) and currently advises the Chungcheongbuk-do government on energy strategies. His innovations have resulted in more than a dozen patents covering hybrid solid electrolytes, secondary batteries, and organic electrode technologies. Recognized internationally, he received the Korea Minister of Education Award in 2017 and has been ranked by Elsevier among the top 2% most influential researchers worldwide in 2023 and 2024. Through decades of interdisciplinary work bridging materials chemistry, electrochemistry, and device engineering, Kim continues to advance high-performance, sustainable, and scalable energy storage solutions.

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Featured Publications

Kim, J.-K., Lee, J., & Yang, J. (2025). Mechanically reinforced solid-state polymer electrolyte using illite filler for flexible all-solid-state Li-metal batteries. Journal of Power Sources.

Kim, J.-K., Lee, J., & Yang, J. (2025). Effect of plasticizers on the electrochemical performance of PEO-based solid polymer electrolytes for rechargeable lithium batteries. Journal of Power Sources.

Wu, F., Kim, J.-K., & Zhang, X. (2021). Dual-anion ionic liquid electrolyte enables stable Ni-rich layered oxide cathodes in lithium batteries. Joule, 5(7), 1736–1750.

Na, D., Kim, J.-K., & Lee, J. (2022). Highly safe and stable Li–CO₂ batteries using conducting polymer composites. Electrochimica Acta, 421, 140–149.

Lee, J. H., Kim, J.-K., & Lee, J. (2022). A high-stable polyacrylonitrile/ceramic composite electrolyte for all-solid-state lithium batteries. Materials Science and Engineering: B, 273, 115–123.

Saeed Shahrokhian | FRP in Renewable Energy | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Saeed Shahrokhian | FRP in Renewable Energy | Best Researcher Award

Academic Staff at Sharif University of Technology, iran

Saeed Shahrokhian is a distinguished professor in the Department of Chemistry at Sharif University of Technology, Tehran, Iran. With a strong background in analytical and electrochemistry, he has made significant contributions to the field, particularly in the development of chemically modified electrodes and nanostructured materials. His research focuses on electrochemical energy storage, biosensors, and water-splitting applications. Over the years, he has been recognized for his academic excellence, research impact, and mentorship, earning numerous accolades from national and international institutions.

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Education

Saeed Shahrokhian earned his B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. in Chemistry from Isfahan University in 1990, 1994, and 1999, respectively. His academic journey has been defined by rigorous research in analytical chemistry and electrochemical applications, laying the foundation for his later work in sensor technology and nanomaterials.

Experience

Dr. Shahrokhian began his academic career as an Assistant Professor at Sharif University of Technology in 2000. He was promoted to Associate Professor in 2004 and later attained the rank of Full Professor in 2008. Throughout his career, he has been instrumental in advancing analytical chemistry education and research. His expertise spans a variety of fields, including electroanalytical chemistry, reaction mechanisms in electrochemistry, and bioelectrochemistry.

Research Interests

Dr. Shahrokhian’s research focuses on the design and application of chemically modified electrodes (CMEs), nanostructured materials, and biosensors. He has worked extensively on electrochemical energy storage and conversion devices, capacitive deionization, and electrocatalytic water splitting. His studies also include the development of aptamer-based electrochemical biosensors for detecting cancer biomarkers and pathogenic bacteria, contributing significantly to both environmental and biomedical sciences.

Awards

Dr. Shahrokhian has received several prestigious awards, including the Distinguished Researcher Award from the Ministry of Science, Research, and Technology in Iran (2012, 2017). He has been recognized as a Highly Cited Researcher at Sharif University of Technology and has been listed among the top 1% of highly cited international scientists by ISI Web of Knowledge (2012-2024). His contributions to education have also been acknowledged through multiple “Superior Educational Master” awards from Sharif University of Technology.

Selected Publications

Amini, M. K., Shahrokhian, S., Tangestaninejad, S. (1999). PVC-based Mn(III) Porphyrin Membrane-Coated Graphite Electrode for Determination of Histidine. Analytical Chemistry, 71(13), 2502-2505. Cited by 300 articles.

Shahrokhian, S. (2001). Lead Phthalocyanine as a Selective Carrier for Preparation of a Cysteine-Selective Electrode. Analytical Chemistry, 73(24), 5972-5978. Cited by 250 articles.

Shahrokhian, S., Yazdani, J. (2003). Electrocatalytic Oxidation of Thioglycolic Acid at Carbon Paste Electrode Modified with Cobalt Phthalocyanine. Electrochimica Acta, 48, 4143-4148. Cited by 220 articles.

Shahrokhian, S., Seifi, H., Bagherzadeh, M. (2004). Effects of Ion-Carrier Substituents on the Potentiometric Response Characteristics in Anion-Selective Membrane Electrodes Based on Iron Porphyrins. ChemPhysChem, 5, 652-660. Cited by 190 articles.

Shahrokhian, S., Ghalkhani, M. (2009). Application of Carbon-Paste Electrode Modified with Iron Phthalocyanine for Voltammetric Determination of Epinephrine. Sensors and Actuators B: Chemical, 137, 669-675. Cited by 180 articles.

Shahrokhian, S., Salimian, R. (2018). Ultrasensitive Detection of Cancer Biomarkers Using Conducting Polymer/Electrochemically Reduced Graphene Oxide-Based Biosensor. Sensors and Actuators B, 266, 160-169. Cited by 210 articles.

Shahrokhian, S., Hosseini, H. (2019). Vanadium Dioxide-Anchored Porous Carbon Nanofibers as a Na+ Intercalation Pseudocapacitance Material for Energy Storage Systems. Applied Materials Today, 10, 72-85. Cited by 170 articles.

Conclusion

With his outstanding scientific contributions, high-impact research, and commitment to education, Professor Saeed Shahrokhian exemplifies the qualities of an exceptional researcher. His groundbreaking studies in electrochemical energy storage, biosensors, and nanotechnology have transformed the field and influenced global research directions. His recognitions, publication record, and dedication to advancing science make him a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award.