Lijuan He | Synthetic Fibers | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Lijuan He | Synthetic Fibers | Best Researcher Award

Professor, University Of Science and Technology Of The Inner Mongol, China

Prof. He Lijuan is a distinguished Professor at the Inner Mongolia University of Science and Technology with a strong academic and research background in refrigeration and cryogenic engineering. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in HVAC from Baotou Iron and Steel Institute in 1994, followed by a Master’s degree (2001) and PhD (2009) in Refrigeration and Cryogenic Engineering from Zhejiang University, and later completed postdoctoral research in Mechanical Engineering at University College London in 2015. Her career began as an engineer at Baotou Iron and Steel Co., Ltd. before moving into academia, where she progressed from Associate Professor (2009–2015) to Professor. She has taught undergraduate courses such as Heat Transfer, Professional English, and Refrigeration Technology for Air Conditioning, and graduate courses including Advanced Engineering Thermodynamics and Advanced Heat and Mass Transfer. Her research focuses on low-grade heat transfer and application technology, refrigeration and heat pump system optimization, and refrigerant replacement and recycling technology. Prof. He has authored over 52 indexed papers with 157 citations and an H-index of 6, and holds 14 invention patents and 17 utility model patents. She has received four provincial and ministerial awards, published a monograph, and actively contributes as an expert in multiple national and regional academic, innovation, and policy platforms. Recognized as Grassland Talent in 2019 and an Outstanding Communist Party member, she continues to play an influential role in advancing sustainable energy technologies while mentoring students and contributing to the academic community.

Profile:  Scopus

Featured Publications

  • He, L., Yang, W., Han, Y., et al. (2023). Vapor-liquid equilibrium experiment and prediction of excess property of new working pair CO₂-[BMP][Tf₂N] in absorption refrigeration system. International Journal of Refrigeration, 145, 407–416.

  • He, L., Sun, N. Y., Han, Y. Z., Yang, W. X., & Huang, J. H. (2022). Experimental investigation on the effect of equipment structure on refrigeration performance of combined magnetic refrigeration system. Thermal Science, 26(5B), 1–11.

  • He, L., Wang, S., Liu, S., & Wu, X. (2019). Numerical and experimental evaluation of the performance of a couple vapor absorption-compression refrigeration configuration. International Journal of Refrigeration, 99, 429–439.

  • He, L., Tang, L., & Chen, G. M. (2009). Performance prediction of refrigerant-DMF solutions in a single-stage solar-powered absorption refrigeration system at low generating temperatures. Solar Energy, 83, 2029–2038.

  • He, L., Chen, G., & Cui, X. (2008). Vapor-liquid equilibria for R22 + N,N-dimethylformamide system at temperatures from 283.15 to 363.15 K. Fluid Phase Equilibria, 266, 84–89.

Anupama Devi | Synthetic Fibers | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs. Anupama Devi, Synthetic Fibers, Best Researcher Award

Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Varanasi – India

Professional Profiles:

Biography of Anupama Devi: A Trailblazer in Chemistry Research 🧪✨

Anupama Devi is a dedicated and accomplished researcher in the field of chemistry, currently a Research Scholar at the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Kolkata. Born on February 28, 2000, in India, Anupama’s journey in the scientific world is marked by her academic excellence and innovative research contributions.

Educational Background 🎓📘

Anupama’s academic excellence is evident from her impressive educational milestones:

  • M.Sc. in Chemistry (2019-2021) from Dr. B.R. Ambedkar National Institute of Technology, Jalandhar, with a GPA of 8.62, securing First Division with Distinction.
  • B.Sc. in Chemistry (2016-2019) from the University of Allahabad, Prayagraj, scoring 69.62%.
  • High School (2014-2016) from SMSKPS Memorial Inter College, Lachcchipur, scoring 92%.

She is currently pursuing advanced research at the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Kolkata, focusing on supramolecular chemistry and chemical kinetics.

Research Experience 🔬🧫

Anupama’s research endeavors are diverse and impactful. As a Junior Research Fellow at the Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi, she worked on the “Aging and Thermal Analysis of Linear Material,” involving DSC, TGA, and UTM characterization.

During her Master’s project at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar National Institute of Technology, she explored “Bentonite Incorporated Chitosan and Carboxymethyl Cellulose Based Hydrogel and Its Application in Wastewater Treatment,” delving into polymer selection and material characterization using XRD, SEM, FTIR, and UV.

Her B.Sc. project at the University of Allahabad focused on “Photoluminescence of Conjugated Polymer,” where she gained theoretical knowledge on thin film preparation and spin coating. Currently, at IISER Kolkata, she is working on “Polymer-Based Nanohybrids for Energy Applications,” involving solution casting, electrospinning, and device fabrication for energy harvesters and supercapacitors.

Professional Skills and Contributions ⚙️🔍

Anupama’s skills encompass various aspects of material science and chemistry, including nanoparticle synthesis, dynamic light scattering, and spectroelectrochemistry. She has also served as a Teaching Assistant at IISER Kolkata, imparting knowledge on the elements of chemistry.

Awards and Recognitions 🏆🎖️

Anupama’s dedication to her field is reflected in her numerous awards:

  • Secured All India Rank 1233 in IIT JAM Chemistry (2019).
  • Qualified GATE with All India Rank 2930 (2021).
  • DST INSPIRE Scholarship (2016).
  • 2nd position in district-level examination “Sanskrit Gyan Pariksha”.

Publication Top Noted:

Paper Title: Shelf-life prediction of silicone-hollow glass microsphere composite as liner material and its accelerated aging

  • Authors: Devi, A., Mitra, K., Tiwari, S., Krishna Mohan, S., Maiti, P.
  • Journal: Journal of Applied Polymer Science
  • Year: 2024

Paper Title: Induced Piezoelectricity in Cotton-Based Composites for Energy-Harvesting Applications

  • Authors: Tiwari, S., Devi, A., Dubey, D.K., Maiti, P.
  • Journal: ACS Applied Bio Materials
  • Volume: 6
  • Pages: 1536–1545
  • Year: 2023