Azizollah Shafiekhani | Physics | Best Innovation Award

Prof. Azizollah Shafiekhani | Physics | Best Innovation Award

Faculty member | Alzahra University | Iran

Prof. Azizollah Shafiekhani is a distinguished physicist and nanoscience researcher at the Department of Theoretical Physics and Nanophysics, Alzahra University, widely recognized for his influential contributions to nanomaterials, surface physics, graphene-based systems, quantum dots, plasmonics, thin films, and photoelectrochemical applications. His research interests span nanophysics, nanostructured materials, graphene spintronics, photocatalysis, biosensors, quantum nanostructures, and advanced surface characterization techniques, addressing both fundamental science and applied technologies. Prof. Shafiekhani’s research skills include theoretical modeling, nanomaterial synthesis, surface and interface analysis, XPS, AFM-based micromorphology, fractal analysis, and interdisciplinary experimental–computational approaches. His scholarly impact is reflected in 2,693 Scopus citations, 49+ indexed documents, and a strong h-index of 24, underscoring sustained international influence. Through prolific publications, high-impact collaborations, and academic recognition, he has earned several professional honors and continues to advance nanophysics research, fostering innovation, mentorship, and global scientific collaboration with lasting impact on materials science and applied physics.

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Featured Publications


XPS study of the Cu@Cu₂O core–shell nanoparticles


– Applied Surface Science, 2008 (Citations: 810)


Study of surface plasmon resonance of Cu@Cu₂O core–shell nanoparticles by Mie theory


– Journal of Physics D: Applied Physics, 2008 (Citations: 111)


Microstructure and tribological properties of FeNPs@aC:H films


– Industrial & Engineering Chemistry Research, 2015 (Citations: 91)


Graphene / Li-ion battery


– Journal of Applied Physics, 2012 (Citations: 88)

 

Andrey Stepanov | Physics | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Andrey Stepanov | Physics | Research Excellence Award

Leading Researcher | Kazan E. K. Zavoisky Physical-Technical Institute | Russia

Prof. Andrey Stepanov is a highly accomplished researcher recognized for his impactful contributions to materials science, solid-state physics, and thin-film nanotechnology, with a strong emphasis on ion implantation, nanoporous semiconductors, optical coatings, and surface modification of germanium and silicon materials. His research interests focus on thin-film coatings, nanoporous germanium structures, ion–solid interactions, optical and antireflective materials, light–matter interaction, and advanced surface engineering, supported by strong research skills in experimental nanofabrication, ion beam technologies, spectroscopy, surface characterization, and applied physics modeling. His scholarly excellence and sustained scientific impact are reflected through Scopus metrics of 5,520 citations from 3,641 citing documents, 294 published documents, and an h-index of 41, demonstrating global recognition and long-term research influence. Prof. Stepanov’s work has earned significant professional recognition through high-impact journal publications and sustained citation performance, positioning him as a leading authority in advanced functional materials research.

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 Featured Publications


Leakage radiation microscopy of surface plasmon polaritons

– Materials Science and Engineering B, 2008 (Citations: 352)


Dielectric stripes on gold as surface plasmon waveguides

– Applied Physics Letters, 2006 (Citations: 337)


Dielectric optical elements for surface plasmons

– Optics Letters, 2005 (Citations: 243)


The role of microorganisms in the ecological functions of soils

– Eurasian Soil Science, 2015 (Citations: 215)