Mayank Choubey | Mechanical Engineering | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Mayank Choubey | Mechanical Engineering | Research Excellence Award

SGT University Gurugram Haryana | India

Dr. Mayank Choubey is an accomplished academic and researcher in the field of manufacturing engineering, currently serving as an Assistant Professor with strong expertise in advanced and digital manufacturing technologies. He holds a solid educational background in mechanical and manufacturing engineering and has gained substantial teaching and research experience at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. His research interests span hybrid machining, additive and digital manufacturing, micro-machining, simulation-driven process optimization, and finite element analysis, with a focus on improving manufacturing efficiency and precision. He is the author of three ISBN-registered books and has five patents published or under process, demonstrating a strong orientation toward innovation and applied research. In addition, he serves on the editorial board of an academic journal and actively contributes as a peer reviewer. His academic contributions are supported by verified research documents and citation records available through recognized scholarly platforms. Overall, Dr. Choubey’s consistent research output, academic service, and innovation-driven mindset make him a deserving candidate for research excellence recognition.

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A Review on Vibration-Assisted EDM, Micro-EDM and WEDM
K.P. Maity, M. Choubey, Surface Review and Letters, 26(05), 1830008, 2019. (Citations: 81)

Algae: A Potential Feedstock for Third Generation Biofuel
R.S. Powar, A.S. Yadav, C.S. Ramakrishna, S. Patel, M. Mohan, et al., Materials Today: Proceedings, 63, A27–A33, 2022. (Citations: 60)

Finite Element Modeling of Material Removal Rate in Micro-EDM Process with and without Ultrasonic Vibration
M. Choubey, K.P. Maity, A. Sharma, Grey Systems: Theory and Application, 10(3), 311–319, 2020. (Citations: 33)

Modeling and Process Simulation of Vibration Assisted Workpiece in Micro-EDM Using FEM
K.P. Maity, M. Choubey, World Journal of Engineering, 13(3), 242–250, 2016. (Citations: 16)

A Review on Various Methods to Improve Process Capabilities of Electrical Discharge Machining Process
M. Choubey, M. Rawat, Materials Today: Proceedings, 47, 2756–2764, 2021. (Citations: 10)

Alexander Zhgun | Engineering and Technology | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Alexander Zhgun | Engineering and Technology | Research Excellence Award

Group of Fungal Genetic Engineering, Federal Research Center | Russia

Alexander Alexandrovich Zhgun is a senior researcher and head of the Fungal Genetic Engineering Group at the Federal Research Center “Fundamentals of Biotechnology” of the Russian Academy of Sciences, with more than three decades of scientific contribution in biotechnology and cultural heritage protection. He earned his biology degree from Lomonosov Moscow State University and completed a PhD focused on cytochromes P450, building a strong foundation in molecular and fungal biotechnology. His academic career progressed from researcher to group leader, culminating in his appointment as head of the fungal genetic engineering group. His research interests center on molecular diagnostics of biodeterioration, metabolic engineering of fungal strains, secondary fungal metabolites, and biotechnological strategies for protecting historical paintings from microbial damage. Under his leadership, innovative diagnostic systems and preventive technologies for biodegradation of cultural heritage have been developed, alongside pioneering studies that reframe painting-destructive fungi as valuable biotechnological resources.  His scholarly impact includes an h-index reported in the range of 15–16 with corresponding citation records across major databases. Overall, his work bridges fundamental science and applied innovation, delivering lasting impact in biotechnology, antimicrobial discovery, and cultural heritage conservation.

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Detection of Potential Biodeterioration Risks for Tempera Paintings in 16th-Century Exhibits from the State Tretyakov Gallery
A.A. Zhgun, D.A. Avdanina, K.V. Shumikhin, N.P. Simonenko, E.V. Lyubavskaya, et al.,
PLoS One, 15(4), e0230591, 2020. (Citations: 57)


A Novel L-Asparaginase from the Hyperthermophilic Archaeon Thermococcus sibiricus: Heterologous Expression and Characterization
M.V. Dumina, A.A. Zhgun, M.V. Pokrovskaya, S.S. Aleksandrova, et al.,
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 22(18), 9894, 2021. (Citations: 41)


1,3-Diaminopropane and Spermidine Upregulate Lovastatin Production via LaeA Regulation in Aspergillus terreus
A.A. Zhgun, G.K. Nuraeva, M.V. Dumina, T.M. Voinova, et al.,
Applied Biochemistry and Microbiology, 55(3), 243–254, 2019. (Citations: 37)


Application of Chitosan for Protection of 15th–16th Century Cultural Heritage Objects from Microbial Damage
A.A. Zhgun, D.A. Avdanina, B.T. Shagdarova, E.V. Troyan, et al.,
Materials, 15(21), 7773, 2022. (Citations: 12)

Chetan Papade | Engineering and Technology | Outstanding Innovation Award

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Dr. Chetan Papade | Engineering and Technology | Outstanding Innovation Award

N.K.Orchid College of Engineering and Technology Solapur | India

Dr. Papade Chetan Vijaykumar is an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering with over 17 years of combined academic, research, and limited industrial experience, specializing in solar energy systems and thermal sciences. He earned his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Savitribai Phule Pune University in 2024, an M.Tech. in Heat Power Engineering from Walchand College of Engineering, Sangli, and a B.E. in Mechanical Engineering. His teaching portfolio spans undergraduate and postgraduate courses including thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, refrigeration and air conditioning, computational fluid dynamics, renewable energy systems, and advanced solar technologies. Dr. Papade’s research interests encompass solar thermal systems, CFD, nano-mixed phase change materials, energy storage, refrigeration systems, and sustainable energy solutions.  His work has been recognized through multiple Best Faculty and Academic Excellence Awards, along with national-level teaching honors. He has successfully led several funded solar research projects, developed institutional research infrastructure, and holds multiple granted and filed patents in solar and IoT-based energy systems. Overall, Dr. Papade’s career demonstrates sustained contributions to engineering education, applied research, and renewable energy innovation.

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