Israf Javed | Sustainable Materials | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Israf Javed | Sustainable Materials | Best Researcher Award

Middle East Technical University | Turkey

Mr. Israf Javed is an emerging researcher in sustainable geotechnics and circular construction materials, recognized for his rapidly growing contributions to low-carbon mortar systems, waste valorization, and environmental performance modeling. His work spans experimental geomechanics, soil stabilization, construction and demolition waste (CDW) recycling, stormwater management, and sustainability assessment, with a strong emphasis on creating eco-efficient alternatives to conventional construction materials. He has authored impactful studies on alkali-activated mortars derived from CDW, marble-dust–based soil binders, permeable pavement systems using cemented sand, and SDG monitoring frameworks incorporating interlinkage-based modeling. His laboratory-intensive research integrates mechanical testing, porosity–binder modeling, microstructural analysis (SEM, XRD), dimensional analysis using Buckingham π, hydrological simulations, and life cycle assessment, contributing significant methodological advancements to sustainable materials engineering. He has presented his research at international conferences and collaborated across multidisciplinary domains, producing high-quality outputs that support climate resilience, resource efficiency, and circular-economy strategies in the built environment. His Google Scholar metrics include 13 citations, 1 h-index, and 1 i10-index, while his Scopus metrics include 13 citations, 2 documents, and an h-index of 1, reflecting strong visibility for an early-stage researcher whose publications are gaining meaningful attention across civil engineering and sustainability research communities. His contributions demonstrate scientific originality in transforming waste streams into structural materials, predictive modeling of strength and durability using blended binders, and evaluating environmental footprints of geotechnical applications. With research spanning sustainable binders, CDW recycling, alkali activation, ground improvement, and environmental modeling, Israf Javed stands out as a promising scholar whose work aligns strongly with global sustainability targets—positioning him as a competitive candidate for the Best Researcher Award in fields intersecting civil engineering, environmental sustainability, and materials innovation.

Publication Profile

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Featured Publications

Hanafi, M., Javed, I., & Ekinci, A. (2025). Evaluating the strength, durability and porosity characteristics of alluvial clay stabilized with marble dust as a sustainable binder. Results in Engineering, 25, 103978.

Ghanem, M. A. A. N., Javed, I., & Ekinci, A. (2025). Tracking progress and interlinkages in SDG achievement: A monitoring index approach with insights from Jordan. Environmental and Sustainability Indicators, 28, 100882.

Javed, I., Saeed, H., & Ekinci, A. (2025). Transforming construction waste into high-performance alkali-activated paste with microstructural and predictive π modelling insights. Buildings, 15(21), 3830.

Javed, I., Ekinci, A., & Akıntuğ, B. (2025). Utilization of artificially cemented sand for porous pavement applications and analysis of runoff control. Turkish Journal of Civil Engineering, 36(5), 38.

Javed, I., Haroon, M. U., Javedan, M., Nusrat, H., & Ekinci, A. (2025). Climate change and sustainable development in Pakistan: An analysis of the 2030 agenda. Sustainable Structures and Materials International Journal, NISE-2024 Special Issue, 127–131.

Hadi Mozaffari Jovein | Material development | Best Researcher Award

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Hadi Mozaffari Jovein | Material development | Best Researcher Award

Proffessor of Materials Science at IWAT/ Hochschule Furtwangen HFU, Germany

Hadi Mozaffari-Jovein is a distinguished professor of materials science and production engineering at Hochschule Furtwangen, Campus Tuttlingen, Germany. With expertise spanning automotive technology, steel assessment, additive manufacturing, and medical device development, he has over three decades of experience in academia and industry. He has led numerous research projects in collaboration with top companies like Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Bosch, focusing on material behavior, failure analysis, and advanced manufacturing technologies. His career includes leadership roles in global engineering firms, contributing to the development of gas turbines, hydraulic valves, and tribology advancements. As the head of the IWAT Institute, he supervises PhD students and drives innovation in medical implants and microsurgical instruments. His multidisciplinary expertise extends to risk management, quality assurance, and global supply chain coordination, making him a key figure in engineering and material sciences.

Professional profiles📖

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Education 🎓

Hadi Mozaffari-Jovein earned his PhD in Materials Science and Metallurgy from the prestigious Max Planck Institute for Metal Research in Stuttgart. His doctoral research focused on ceramic thermal barrier coatings (TBC) for gas turbines, covering areas such as sintering, X-ray diffraction, and thermodynamic modeling of materials. He also holds a Master’s degree in Metallurgy and Physics from the University of Stuttgart, specializing in solid-state kinetics, physical chemistry, and forming technology. His dissertation concentrated on optimizing welding processes for bronze and brass alloys in the automotive industry. In addition to his formal education, he has completed numerous advanced training programs, including leadership and management courses at Bosch, Six Sigma methodologies, CALPHAD thermodynamic modeling, and research on solar energy materials at the German Aerospace Center (DLR). His extensive academic background has enabled him to integrate fundamental research with industrial applications, contributing to the advancement of material sciences and engineering technologies.

Work Experience💼

With a career spanning industry and academia, Hadi Mozaffari-Jovein has held multiple influential positions. Since 2009, he has been a professor at Hochschule Furtwangen, where he teaches materials engineering, production technology, failure analysis, and tribology while also heading the IWAT Institute. Previously, he served as Managing Director at Ihle, a leading carbide tool manufacturer, overseeing global sales and supply chain development. From 2001 to 2006, he was Head of Production Technology Management for Diesel Systems at Bosch, leading a team of over 80 engineers across international locations. His responsibilities included defining robust production processes, evaluating steel suppliers, and optimizing material approval methods. Earlier in his career, he worked as an expert in technical steel development at Adam Opel AG (GM Germany) and as a development engineer at the Max Planck Institute. His industrial experience has provided him with a deep understanding of manufacturing processes, quality assurance, and advanced materials research.

Research Focus

Hadi Mozaffari-Jovein’s research centers on materials science, failure analysis, and advanced manufacturing processes. His expertise in additive manufacturing has led to significant advancements in the production of microsurgical implants and load-bearing medical devices. He has conducted extensive studies on automotive and aerospace materials, focusing on steel quality, heat treatment, and material durability under extreme conditions. His work on gas and steam turbines includes the development of Ni-based alloys with ceramic coatings to enhance their performance and lifespan. He has also made substantial contributions to tribology and failure research, analyzing wear mechanisms and damage mitigation strategies in industrial applications. His research on welding and joining technologies has optimized bonding processes for automotive and aerospace components. Additionally, his work in material thermodynamics and CALPHAD modeling has helped predict phase diagrams for advanced alloys, bridging the gap between theoretical modeling and real-world engineering applications.

Awards & Honors 🏆

Throughout his career, Hadi Mozaffari-Jovein has received numerous accolades for his contributions to materials science and engineering. He was honored with the Excellence in Engineering Innovation Award for his pioneering work on ceramic thermal barrier coatings for gas turbines. His research on failure analysis earned him the Best Research Contribution Award, and his leadership at Bosch was recognized with the Bosch Leadership Excellence Award. He has also been acknowledged by the European Materials Research Society (E-MRS) for his advancements in steel quality assurance. His work in additive manufacturing was celebrated with the Additive Manufacturing Pioneer Award, while his innovations in medical technology led to the Innovation in Medical Technology Award. As a professor, he has received the Outstanding Educator Award for his exceptional mentorship. His expertise in tribology and failure research was further recognized with the International Tribology Award, reinforcing his impact across multiple engineering disciplines.

Conclusion✅

Hadi Mozaffari-Jovein is a highly qualified candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his deep expertise in materials science, industrial impact, and academic leadership. His innovations in metallurgy, additive manufacturing, and failure analysis have had significant practical applications. Strengthening his publication record, sustainability focus, and global academic recognition could further enhance his candidacy. Nonetheless, his contributions to materials engineering and interdisciplinary research make him a strong contender for this prestigious award.

📚Publications to Noted

 

  • ​“Microstructural Properties of Particle-Reinforced Multilayer Systems of 316L and 430L Alloys on Gray Cast Iron”​

    • Authors: Mohammad Masafi, Heinz Palkowski, Hadi Mozaffari-Jovein​

    • Publication Year: 2023​

    • Citations: Citation data not available at this time.​

    • DOI: 10.3390/coatings13081450​

    • Source: Coatings Journal​

  • ​“Investigation of Mechanical Properties of Grey Cast Irons Reinforced with Carbon Titanium Nitride (TiNC)”

    • Authors: Not specified in the provided information.​

    • Publication Year: Not specified.​

    • Citations: Not specified.​

    • Source: Not specified.​

  • ​“How Additive Manufacturing Changes Material Properties”​

    • Authors: Hadi Mozaffari-Jovein, Dennis Pede, Emre Özel, Mo Li, Tobias Poleske​

    • Publication Year: 2020Citations: Not specified.​

    • Source: 59th Annual Conference of Metallurgists, COM 2020​

  • ​“Deformation Twinning in cp-Ti and Its Effect on Fatigue Cracking”​

    • Authors: Nasim Bosh, Claas Müller, Hadi Mozaffari-Jovein​

    • Publication Year: 2019​

    • Citations: Not specifie.​

    • Source: Materials Characterization​

  • ​“Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of TiC-Reinforced 316L Stainless Steel Composites Fabricated by Selective Laser Melting

    • Authors: Not specified in the provided information.​

    • Publication Year: Not specified.​

    • Citations: Not specified.​

    • Source: Metals Journal​

  • ​“Microstructure, Wear and Corrosion Behaviors of Electrodeposited Ni–Diamond Composite Coatings”​

    • Authors: Not specified in the provided information.​

    • Publication Year: Not specified.​

    • Citations: Not specified.​

    • Source: Coatings Journal​

  • ​“Microstructure, Mechanical, and Electrochemical Properties of SiC Particle Reinforced CoCrFeNiCu High-Entropy Alloy Coatings”

    • Authors: Not specified in the provided information.​

    • Publication Year: Not specified.​

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    • Source: Coatings Journal