Behnam Seyyedi | Advanced Nano Composite | Editorial Board Member

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Behnam Seyyedi | Advanced Nano Composite | Editorial Board Member

Faculty member | Urmia University | Iran

Dr. Behnam Seyyedi, an accomplished researcher and Assistant Professor specializing in Materials Science and Nanotechnology, has established a strong scientific presence through his extensive contributions to nanomaterials, electrocatalysis, metal–organic frameworks (MOFs), and advanced catalytic systems. His research primarily focuses on designing porous crystalline materials, bio-inspired electrocatalysts, and functional nanocomposites for energy conversion, environmental remediation, and chemical transformation, with emerging interests in sustainable catalytic pathways and next-generation electrode materials. Over his academic career, he has served in impactful research and teaching roles, advancing innovations in nanomaterial synthesis, catalytic mechanism studies, and structure–property relationships in hybrid materials. Dr. Seyyedi is widely recognized for his influential work on highly porous polypyrazolyl-based frameworks, cubic octanuclear Ni(II) clusters, and MIL-53-derived catalysts, studies that have significantly enriched the understanding of Brønsted acidity, adsorption behavior, and catalytic efficiency in MOF. His work on mesoporous laterite soils for visible-light Fenton-like degradation and kappa-carrageenan adsorbents for dye removal has contributed important advancements to sustainable wastewater treatment technologies. He has also pioneered the synthesis of bio-inspired iron-, cobalt-, copper-, and zinc-based nanostructures that enhance the oxygen reduction reaction (ORR), introducing catalysts capable of selective multi-electron pathways, high durability, and improved electrochemical performance across alkaline media. His contributions further extend to the development of chitosan-modified metal catalysts, microwave-assisted functionalization of phthalocyanines, and carbon-supported hybrid electrocatalysts, all of which demonstrate his commitment to creating efficient, eco-friendly, and cost-effective catalytic systems for industrial and energy applications. With more than 379 citations, an h-index of 7, and multiple high-impact publications in journals such as the Journal of the American Chemical Society, ChemCatChem, Journal of Industrial and Engineering Chemistry, Pigment & Resin Technology, and the Journal of the Chinese Chemical Society, Dr. Seyyedi’s work continues to shape the fields of nanomaterials and catalytic engineering. His core scientific vision centers on advancing functional nanomaterials that can accelerate clean-energy transitions, support environmentally responsible chemical processes, and provide scalable solutions for global sustainability challenges. Through innovative research, collaborative scientific contributions, and a commitment to developing next-generation catalytic materials, he aims to drive transformative progress across energy, environmental, and industrial systems.

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Featured Publications 

1. Masciocchi, N., Galli, S., Colombo, V., Maspero, A., Palmisano, G., Seyyedi, B., … (2010). Cubic octanuclear Ni(II) clusters in highly porous polypyrazolyl-based materials. Journal of the American Chemical Society, 132(23), 7902–7904.

2. Ravon, U., Chaplais, G., Chizallet, C., Seyyedi, B., Bonino, F., Bordiga, S., … Bats, N. (2010). Investigation of acid centers in MIL-53 (Al, Ga) for Brønsted-type catalysis: In situ FTIR and ab initio molecular modeling. ChemCatChem, 2(10), 1235–1238.

3. Khataee, A., Salahpour, F., Fathinia, M., Seyyedi, B., & Vahid, B. (2015). Iron-rich laterite soil with mesoporous structure for heterogeneous Fenton-like degradation of an azo dye under visible light. Journal of Industrial and Engineering Chemistry, 26, 129–135.

4. Mahdavinia, G. R., Bazmizeynabad, F., & Seyyedi, B. (2015). Kappa-carrageenan beads as new adsorbent to remove crystal violet dye from water: Adsorption kinetics and isotherm. Desalination and Water Treatment, 53(9), 2529–2539.

5. Keshipour, S., Ahmadi, F., & Seyyedi, B. (2017). Chitosan-modified Pd(II)-d-penicillamine: Preparation, characterization, and catalyst application. Cellulose, 24(3), 1455–1462.

Samuel Awe | Material Engineering | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Samuel Awe | Material Engineering | Editorial Board Member

Research Manager | Automotive Components Floby AB | Sweden

Dr. Samuel A. Awe is a distinguished researcher specializing in metal casting technology, corrosion prevention, thermomechanical modelling, and advanced coatings, with a strong focus on process optimization and material enhancement for industrial applications. His research primarily centers on hydrometallurgical and electrometallurgical processes, solidification behavior in complex alloys, and innovative surface engineering solutions for automotive components, while emerging interests include sustainable extraction methods, environmentally responsible metallurgy, and performance-driven coating technologies. Over his career, Dr. Awe has held impactful roles in both academia and industry, including significant research and development responsibilities at Automotive Components Floby AB in Sweden, where he contributed to material innovation for high-performance automotive systems. He has produced a notable body of work on antimony recovery, alkaline sulphide hydrometallurgy, solidification microstructures, and Fe-based coating technologies, establishing himself as an authority on the processing behavior of complex sulfide minerals and alloy systems. Among his major contributions are optimized flowsheets for antimony extraction, detailed dissolution kinetics models for tetrahedrite minerals, advancements in electrowinning of antimony, and influential studies on sulphur oxyanion formation affecting non-ferrous metallurgy processes. His work has also driven progress in the development of high-temperature Al-Cu-Si alloy systems, grey cast-iron brake disc coatings, and microstructure-wear correlations in high-velocity air-fuel (HVAF) deposited coatings. Dr. Awe’s research has generated widely cited publications, practical industrial insights, and methodology improvements that support safer, cleaner, and more efficient metal extraction techniques. His modelling of impurity removal, contributions to flotation chemistry, and extensive characterization of thermomechanical behavior in engineered alloys continue to inform both metallurgical science and industrial decision-making. Through these advances, he has strengthened pathways for improving resource efficiency, minimizing environmental impact, and elevating material performance in demanding engineering environments. Guided by a clear vision for global impact, Dr. Awe aims to advance sustainable metallurgical innovation, enhance industrial materials’ reliability, and support technologies that contribute to responsible resource utilization. His work bridges fundamental research and real-world application, ensuring that scientific progress translates into societal benefit, industrial competitiveness, and long-term innovation across the materials and manufacturing sectors.

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Featured Publications 

1. Awe, S. A., & Sandström, Å. (2010). Selective leaching of arsenic and antimony from a tetrahedrite-rich complex sulphide concentrate using alkaline sulphide solution. Minerals Engineering, 23(15), 1227–1236.

2. Awe, S. A., Jan-Eric, S., Nils-Johan, B., & Åke, S. (2013). Process flowsheet development for recovering antimony from Sb-bearing copper concentrates. Minerals Engineering, 49, 45–53.

3. Awe, S. A., Samuelsson, C., & Sandström, Å. (2010). Dissolution kinetics of tetrahedrite mineral in alkaline sulphide media. Hydrometallurgy, 103(1–4), 167–172.

4. Aranke, O., Algenaid, W., Awe, S., & Joshi, S. (2019). Coatings for automotive gray cast iron brake discs: A review. Coatings, 9(9), 27.

5. Awe, S. A., Seifeddine, S., Jarfors, A. E. W., Lee, Y. C., & Dahle, A. K. (2016). Development of new Al–Cu–Si alloys for high temperature performance. Advanced Materials Letters.