Dr. Muhammad Yousaf | Energy Storage | Editorial Board Member

Research Scientist | Shenzhen University | China

Dr. Muhammad Yousaf is a multidisciplinary researcher specializing in nanomaterials, semiconductor physics, ferrite-based functional materials, and advanced energy technologies, with a strong focus on solid oxide fuel cells, electrochemical energy storage, and dielectric applications. His research integrates material synthesis, interfacial engineering, defect chemistry, electrocatalysis, and charge transport phenomena to develop next-generation energy devices operating efficiently at low temperatures. Dr. Yousaf has made significant contributions to proton-, oxygen-ion-, and electron-conducting materials, pioneering heterostructure interfaces, dual-functional electrolytes, and advanced ferrite semiconductors for fuel cell applications. His expertise spans solid oxide electrolysis materials for hydrogen production, dielectric materials for antenna systems, magnetic nanomaterials, mixed ionic-electronic conductors, and high-performance semiconductor devices. He has also extensively explored spinel, garnet, and hexagonal ferrites for magneto-optical, microwave absorption, and high-frequency applications. Dr. Yousaf is proficient with a broad range of advanced characterization and computational tools, enabling deep insights into structural, electronic, and electrochemical properties of functional materials. With over 100 peer-reviewed publications as first, corresponding, equal-first, or co-author, he has demonstrated a sustained and impactful research output. His work has earned 2453 citations on Google Scholar (h-index 31, i10-index 68) and 2243 citations on Scopus across 104 documents (h-index 29), reflecting strong international recognition. His ongoing research continues to drive innovation in nano-energy devices, catalytic interfaces, and next-generation energy storage and conversion systems.

Profiles : Google Scholar | Scopus

Featured Publications :

Yousaf, M., Lu, Y., Akhtar, M. N., Khawaja, A. S., Batoo, K. M., Hussain, S., Noor, A., et al. (2023). Tailoring triple charge (O2−/H+/e−) conducting nature of Fe-based lanthanum doped samarium oxides for ceramic fuel cells (CFCs). Fuel, 349, 128689.
Yousaf, M., Lu, Y., Hu, E., Akbar, M., Shah, M. A. K. Y., Noor, A., Akhtar, M. N., et al. (2024). Advances in solid oxide fuel cell technologies: Lowering the operating temperatures through material innovations. Materials Today Proceedings.
Yousaf, M., Lu, Y., Hu, E., Akbar, M., Shah, M. A. K. Y., Noor, A., Akhtar, M. N., et al. (2023). Interfacial disordering and heterojunction enabling fast proton conduction. Small Methods, 2300450.
Yousaf, M., Mushtaq, N., Zhu, B., Wang, B., Akhtar, M. N., Noor, A., & Afzal, M. (2020). Electrochemical properties of Ni0.4Zn0.6Fe2O4 and the heterostructure composites (Ni–Zn ferrite-SDC) for low temperature solid oxide fuel cell (LT-SOFC). Electrochimica Acta, 331, 135349.
Akbar, N., Yousaf, M., Shah, M. A. K. Y., Ahmed, J., Noor, A., Islam, Q. A., Wu, Y., et al. (2025). Boosted proton conduction in LAO electrolyte through Li segregation for high-performance ceramic fuel cells. Fuel, 386, 134255.

Dr. Xu Tong | Dielectric | Best Researcher Award

Harbin University Of Science And Technology | China

Dr. Xu Tong is a rising scholar in the field of dielectric materials and advanced electrical materials, specializing in the design, modification, and molecular engineering of aromatic polyolefin-based dielectric composites for high-performance energy storage applications. His pioneering research focuses on enhancing breakdown strength, thermal resilience, and tunable dielectric responses through non-destructive interfacial blending, mesoscale ordered structures, and trap-state modulation under thermal stress. Xu Tong has contributed significantly to the development of high-temperature dielectric energy storage materials, bridging fundamental material science with practical applications in smart grid capacitor prototypes. With a total of 5 peer-reviewed journal publications indexed in Scopus, 11 patent applications (3 granted), and 130 citations across 117 documents, he maintains an h-index of 6, reflecting his growing impact in the scientific community. His work has advanced the understanding of structure–property relationships in polymer composites and introduced innovative strategies for improving the energy density and operational stability of dielectric devices under extreme conditions. Participation in multiple national-level research projects, including the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) and the National Key R&D Program, highlights his collaborative and interdisciplinary approach to scientific innovation. Xu Tong’s contributions demonstrate a commitment to both fundamental research and technological translation, advancing sustainable and high-performance electrical materials while addressing critical challenges in modern energy storage systems. His research trajectory positions him as a leading young innovator in dielectric materials with a strong record of publications, patents, and recognized impact on both academia and industry.

Profile : Scopus

Featured Publications :

Xu, T., Li, Y., Wang, Q., Zhang, H., & Chen, J. (2023). Molecular design of aromatic polyolefin dielectric composites for high-temperature energy storage applications. Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics, 34, 4567-4579.

Xu, T., Wang, Q., & Li, Y. (2022). Mesoscale ordered structures in polymer composites for tunable dielectric performance. Advanced Functional Materials, 32, 2109876.

Xu, T., Zhang, H., Chen, J., & Li, Y. (2023). Non-destructive interfacial blending for enhanced dielectric breakdown strength in energy storage materials. Journal of Applied Polymer Science, 140, 52811.

Xu, T., Li, Y., & Wang, Q. (2024). Trap-state modulation in aromatic polyolefin composites under thermal stress. Composites Science and Technology, 234, 109924.

Xu, T., Zhang, H., & Chen, J. (2022). High-performance dielectric polymer composites for smart grid capacitor applications. IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation, 29, 3201-3212.