Juan Carlos Lozano Medina | Materials | Excellence in Innovation Award

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Excellence in Innovation Award

Juan Carlos Lozano Medina
 Universidad De Las Palmas De Gran Canaria, Spain

Juan Carlos Lozano Medina
Affiliation Universidad De Las Palmas De Gran Canaria
Country Spain
Scopus Id 58455462500
Documents 15
Citation 55
h-index 4
Subject Area Materials
Event International Popular Scientist Awards
Orcid 0009-0005-4985-9339

Juan Carlos Lozano Medina is a researcher affiliated with Universidad De Las Palmas De Gran Canaria in Spain whose documented research spans energy systems, pumped hydroelectric energy storage, island electricity systems, desalination, hydrogen integration, renewable-energy applications, power-plant operation, and materials-related manufacturing. His Scopus profile is reported with 15 documents, 55 citations, and an h-index of 4, providing a bibliometric basis for assessing his research activity and scholarly influence. [1]

Abstract

This academic recognition profile presents the research record of Juan Carlos Lozano Medina in the context of the Excellence in Innovation Award. His documented publications demonstrate an interdisciplinary focus on sustainable energy systems, energy storage, island electricity infrastructure, desalination, hydrogen utilization, renewable fuels, and advanced manufacturing. Recent work includes analysis of pumped hydroelectric energy storage in Gran Canaria, integration of desalination with hydroelectric pumping infrastructure, hydrogen-supported energy storage, demand-response optimization, and the use of banana waste for bioethanol production. [2] [3] [4] The record therefore provides evidence of research directed toward technological integration and practical approaches to energy-system sustainability.

Keywords

Juan Carlos Lozano Medina; Excellence in Innovation Award; sustainable energy systems; pumped hydroelectric energy storage; Gran Canaria; island electricity systems; hydrogen energy storage; demand response; renewable energy; desalination; bioethanol; power-plant optimization; additive manufacturing; materials research.

Introduction

Island electricity systems face distinctive engineering challenges associated with limited interconnection, variable renewable generation, demand fluctuations, and the need for flexible energy-storage capacity. Research addressing these challenges can involve multiple disciplines, including energy engineering, optimization, hydropower, hydrogen technologies, water treatment, and materials science. Lozano Medina’s publication record reflects this interdisciplinary environment through studies examining the operation and integration of energy infrastructure in the Canary Islands. [5]

Research Profile

Lozano Medina’s documented research profile is centered on energy-system analysis and technology integration, with particular relevance to island environments. His publications address pumped hydroelectric power, energy storage, demand-response optimization, renewable fuels, power-plant operation, and interactions between energy and water infrastructure. The Scopus-indexed profile supplied for this article lists 15 documents, 55 citations, and an h-index of 4. [1]

  • Energy storage and pumped hydroelectric power systems.
  • Optimization of island electricity systems and demand response.
  • Hydrogen integration with pumped hydroelectric infrastructure.
  • Renewable and waste-derived fuels for electricity systems.
  • Integration of desalination and hydroelectric pumping infrastructure.
  • Power-plant operation and energy-system alternatives in the Canary Islands.
  • Advanced manufacturing and copper-shell fabrication.

Research Contributions

Pumped hydroelectric energy storage. Research on Gran Canaria examines the role of pumped hydroelectric energy storage in energy production and the integration of the Chira-Soria pumped hydroelectric power plant. The work considers energy-system operation and demand patterns, providing a framework for evaluating storage within an island electricity context. [2]

Hydrogen-supported energy storage. A 2024 study investigated the use of hydrogen for large-scale energy storage in support of the efficient integration of pumped hydroelectric power. This research connects hydrogen technologies with established storage infrastructure and examines approaches to improving energy-system flexibility. [4]

Energy and water integration. Research on the integration of a reverse osmosis desalination plant within a hydroelectric pumping station addresses the relationship between water treatment and energy infrastructure. Such integration is relevant to island regions where energy and water systems can be closely interconnected. [3]

Publications

  1. Lozano Medina, J. C.; León Zerpa, F. A.; Pérez Báez, S. O.; Sánchez Morales, C.; Mendieta Pino, C. A. A Study of Energy Production in Gran Canaria with a Pumped Hydroelectric Energy Storage Plant (PHES). Sustainability, 2025.[2]
  2. Sánchez-Morales, C. J.; Mirza-Rosca, J.; Lozano-Medina, J. C.; Hernandez-Pérez, M. Additive Manufacturing of Highly Detailed Copper Shells by AMSME Process. Microscopy and Microanalysis, 2024.
  3. Medina, J. C. L.; Martín, A. R.; Zerpa, F. L.; Pino, C. A. M. Integration study of a reverse osmosis desalination plant in a hydroelectric pumping station. Desalination and Water Treatment, 2024.[3]
  4. Lozano Medina, J. C.; Concepción, V. H.; Mendieta Pino, C. A.; León Zerpa, F. Massive energy storage using H2 to support the optimal and efficient integration of a pumped hydroelectric power plant. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 2024.[4]

Research Impact

The supplied Scopus metrics indicate 15 indexed documents, 55 citations, and an h-index of 4. [1] These indicators provide a quantitative snapshot of the researcher’s indexed scholarly output and citation activity. Bibliometric indicators should be interpreted alongside publication quality, research relevance, collaboration, methodological contribution, and practical application rather than as independent measures of research quality.

Award Suitability

The documented research profile is relevant to an Excellence in Innovation Award because several publications address the development, optimization, or integration of technologies intended to improve the performance of energy and infrastructure systems. The research on pumped hydroelectric storage in Gran Canaria provides an example of applying energy-system analysis to a specific island context, while the work on hydrogen storage examines an additional pathway for supporting flexible energy infrastructure. [2] [4]

Conclusion

Juan Carlos Lozano Medina’s documented scholarly record reflects an interdisciplinary research trajectory involving sustainable energy systems, pumped hydroelectric storage, hydrogen integration, island electricity optimization, desalination, renewable fuels, power-plant operation, and advanced manufacturing. With 15 reported Scopus-indexed documents, 55 citations, and an h-index of 4, his research demonstrates measurable scholarly activity. [1] The combination of energy-system research and technology-oriented studies provides a substantive basis for consideration under an Excellence in Innovation Award, subject to the independent verification and assessment procedures of the International Popular Scientist Awards.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Juan Carlos Lozano Medina, Author ID 58455462500. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=58455462500
  2. Lozano Medina, J. C., León Zerpa, F. A., Pérez Báez, S. O., Sánchez Morales, C., & Mendieta Pino, C. A. (2025). A Study of Energy Production in Gran Canaria with a Pumped Hydroelectric Energy Storage Plant (PHES). Sustainability, 17.
    DOI:https://doi.org/10.3390/su17020435
  3. Medina, J. C. L., Martín, A. R., Zerpa, F. L., & Pino, C. A. M. (2024). Integration study of a reverse osmosis desalination plant in a hydroelectric pumping station. Desalination and Water Treatment.
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.dwt.2024.100431
  4. Lozano Medina, J. C., Concepción, V. H., Mendieta Pino, C. A., & León Zerpa, F. (2024). Massive energy storage using H2 to support the optimal and efficient integration of a pumped hydroelectric power plant. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy.
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhydene.2024.10.338
  5. Lozano Medina, J. C., Henríquez Concepción, V., Ramos Martin, A., León Zerpa, F., & Mendieta Pino, C. A. (2024). Study of Different Alternatives for the Operation of Power Plants in the Canary Islands. DYNA.
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.52152/d11075

Yue Sun | Energy Storage | Research Excellence Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yue Sun | Energy Storage | Research Excellence Award

Huaibei Normal University | China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yue Sun is an energy materials researcher specializing in bioinspired porous carbon, two-dimensional MXene materials, osmotic energy systems, supercapacitors, and zinc-ion capacitors. Her research focuses on structure–property relationships, ion transport regulation, and interface engineering for advanced electrochemical energy storage and conversion devices. She has made significant contributions to biomass-derived porous carbons, MXene-based composite electrodes, and nanofluidic membranes with enhanced capacitive and osmotic performance. Her scholarly output includes 26 research publications, achieving an h-index of 17 with 1,072 citations across 857 citing documents, reflecting strong academic impact and research visibility.

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Sachin Mishra | Materials Science | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Sachin Mishra | Materials Science | Editorial Board Member

Principal Investigator | University of Rovira I Virgilli | Spain

Dr. Sachin Mishra is a multidisciplinary researcher whose work lies at the intersection of biosensors, nanomaterials, smart biomaterials, and advanced capacitive sensing technologies. His research focuses on creating innovative, application-driven sensor systems that address emerging needs in healthcare diagnostics, environmental monitoring, and bioanalytical engineering. Through his expertise in nanotechnology and functional material design, he develops highly sensitive, miniaturized platforms capable of detecting chemical and biological analytes with exceptional precision. His contributions include the integration of nanostructured materials into next-generation biosensing interfaces, enabling improved signal transduction, enhanced biocompatibility, and superior device performance. He has been actively involved in academic and industrial research environments in different countries, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to translate fundamental nanoscience into real-world technologies. His work emphasizes capacitive biosensors and engineered biomaterials that support label-free, rapid, and cost-effective analytical solutions for global challenges. Dr. Mishra’s scientific output spans high-quality publications, collaborative projects, and contributions to the development of smart, responsive materials for biomedical and electronic applications. His professional experience also includes leading research directions, supervising experimental activities, and advancing sensor fabrication techniques through micro- and nano-engineering approaches. He remains committed to exploring the potential of nanotechnology to revolutionize biosensing platforms, expand the capabilities of portable diagnostic devices, and contribute to smart healthcare and sustainable technological innovations worldwide.

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Featured Publications

Sharma, P. K., Kim, E. S., Mishra, S., Ganbold, E., Seong, R. S., Kaushik, A. K., … et al. (2021). Ultrasensitive and reusable graphene oxide-modified double-interdigitated capacitive (DIDC) sensing chip for detecting SARS-CoV-2. ACS Sensors, 105.

Razlansari, M., Ulucan-Karnak, F., Kahrizi, M., Mirinejad, S., Sargazi, S., … Mishra, S., et al. (2022). Nanobiosensors for detection of opioids: A review of latest advancements. European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, 179, 79–94.

Mishra, S., Kim, E. S., Sharma, P. K., Wang, Z. J., Yang, S. H., Kaushik, A. K., Wang, C., … et al. (2020). Tailored biofunctionalized biosensor for the label-free sensing of prostate-specific antigen. ACS Applied Bio Materials, 3(11), 7821–7830.

Mishra, P., Lakshmi, G., Mishra, S., Avasthi, D. K., Swart, H. C., Turner, A. P. F., … et al. (2017). Electrocatalytic biofuel cell based on highly efficient metal–polymer nano-architectured bioelectrodes. Nano Energy, 39, 601–607.

Sharma, P. K., Kim, E. S., Mishra, S., Ganbold, E., Seong, R. S., Kim, Y. M., Jahng, G. H., … et al. (2022). Ultrasensitive probeless capacitive biosensor for amyloid beta (Aβ1-42) detection in human plasma using interdigitated electrodes. Biosensors and Bioelectronics, 212, 114365.

Theodoros Karakasidis | Materials Science | Best Academic Researcher Award

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Prof. Theodoros Karakasidis | Materials Science | Best Academic Researcher Award

Professor at University of Thessaly, Greece

Prof. Theodoros Karakasidis is a Professor of Applied Physics at the Department of Physics, University of Thessaly, Lamia, Greece. He serves as the Director of the Condensed Matter Physics Laboratory and the Graduate Program in “Applied Physics”. He holds a BSc in Physics from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (1989), an MSc and PhD in Physics from University Pierre et Marie Curie (Paris 6), and a Master’s in Education from the Hellenic Open University.

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🎓 Education:

  • BSc in Physics, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki 🇬🇷 (1989, GPA 9.51/10)

  • MSc & PhD in Physics, University Pierre et Marie Curie – Paris VI 🇫🇷

  • Master’s in Education, Hellenic Open University (2009)

🧪 Research Interests:

  • Computational Materials Science & Nanotechnology 🧬

  • Machine Learning & Complex Systems 🔁

  • Physics Education & ICT in Teaching 🎓

  • Nonlinear Dynamics & Time Series Analysis ⏳

🎓 Academic Roles:

  • Professor of Applied Physics, Univ. of Thessaly

  • Director, Condensed Matter Physics Lab 🔬

  • Director, MSc Program “Applied Physics” 📘

  • Chairman, Dept. of Physics (2022–present)

  • Past Deputy Chair, Dept. of Civil Engineering

📚 Teaching & Supervision:

  • 25+ years teaching undergraduate & graduate courses

  • Supervisor of 20+ MSc, 8+ PhD, and 2 postdoctoral researchers

  • Courses include Electromagnetism, Condensed Matter Physics, and Computational Science

🔬 Projects & Research Leadership:

  • Principal Investigator in national and EU-funded projects (EUROFUSION, HFRI, Horizon)

  • Key focus: digital materials design, particle-based modeling, smart water purification, and magnetic nanofluidics

🌐 International Collaborations:

  • Collaborations with Strathclyde (UK), NTNU (Norway), Nazarbayev University (Kazakhstan), ICAMS (Germany)

  • Erasmus+, COST Actions, Marie Curie Evaluator

📖 Editorial & Peer Review:

  • Reviewer for top journals: Phys. Rev. E, Scientific Reports, Nanotechnology, MRS Comm.

  • Guest Editor: Desalination and Water Treatment, Computational Materials Science, Environmental Processes

🧾 Distinctions:

  • Top-cited and featured articles in journals like Journal of Theoretical Biology

  • Best Paper & Young Researcher Award at ICDDNBEA 2021 🏆

  • Popular science book author: “Roulis the Science Cat” 🐱📘

💻 Technical Expertise:

  • Expert in FORTRAN, C, Python, Parallel Computing (MPI), MATLAB

  • Skilled in academic platforms (Blackboard, Moodle, E-Class)

📣 Memberships & Outreach:

  • Member of APS, EPS, MRS, IEEE, American Nano Society

  • Promoter of science in schools and public outreach events 🎤

  • Organized student teams for science competitions (e.g., FameLab)

Citation Metrics (Google Scholar):

  • Total Citations: 3,498

  • Citations since 2020: 1,707

  • h-index: 33

  • h-index since 2020: 22

  • i10-index: 76

  • i10-index since 2020: 48

Publication Top Notes:

  1. Use of fuzzy clustering technique and matrices to classify amino acids and its impact to Chou’s pseudo amino acid composition
    D.N. Georgiou, T.E. Karakasidis, J.J. Nieto, A. Torres
    Journal of Theoretical Biology, 257(1), 17–26 (2009). [Cited by: 229]

  2. Transport properties of liquid argon in krypton nanochannels: anisotropy and non-homogeneity introduced by the solid walls
    F. Sofos, T. Karakasidis, A. Liakopoulos
    International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer, 52(3–4), 735–743 (2009). [Cited by: 157]

  3. Artificial intelligence in physical sciences: Symbolic regression trends and perspectives
    D. Angelis, F. Sofos, T.E. Karakasidis
    Archives of Computational Methods in Engineering, 30(6), 3845–3865 (2023). [Cited by: 156]

  4. Multiscale modeling in nanomaterials science
    T.E. Karakasidis, C.A. Charitidis
    Materials Science and Engineering: C, 27(5–8), 1082–1089 (2007). [Cited by: 138]

  5. Effects of wall roughness on flow in nanochannels
    F.D. Sofos, T.E. Karakasidis, A. Liakopoulos
    Physical Review E, 79(2), 026305 (2009). [Cited by: 127]

  6. Heavy Metal Adsorption Using Magnetic Nanoparticles for Water Purification: A Critical Review
    C. Liosis, A. Papadopoulou, E. Karvelas, T.E. Karakasidis, I.E. Sarris
    Materials, 14(24), 7500 (2021). [Cited by: 99]

  7. The application of complex network time series analysis in turbulent heated jets
    A.K. Charakopoulos, T.E. Karakasidis, P.N. Papanicolaou, A. Liakopoulos
    Chaos: An Interdisciplinary Journal of Nonlinear Science, 24(2), 024408 (2014). [Cited by: 99]

  8. Surface wettability effects on flow in rough wall nanochannels
    F. Sofos, T.E. Karakasidis, A. Liakopoulos
    Microfluidics and Nanofluidics, 12, 25–31 (2012). [Cited by: 78]

  9. Effect of wall roughness on shear viscosity and diffusion in nanochannels
    F. Sofos, T.E. Karakasidis, A. Liakopoulos
    International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer, 53(19–20), 3839–3846 (2010). [Cited by: 78]

  10. Grain-boundary diffusion of cation vacancies in nickel oxide: a molecular-dynamics study
    T. Karakasidis, M. Meyer
    Physical Review B, 55(20), 13853 (1997). [Cited by: 75]

  11. A comment on a rigid-ion potential for UO₂
    T. Karakasidis, P.J.D. Lindan
    Journal of Physics: Condensed Matter, 6(15), 2965 (1994). [Cited by: 68]

  12. On the magnetic aggregation of Fe₃O₄ nanoparticles
    E.G. Karvelas, N.K. Lampropoulos, L.T. Benos, T. Karakasidis, I.E. Sarris
    Computer Methods and Programs in Biomedicine, 198, 105778 (2021). [Cited by: 65]

  13. Friction factor in nanochannel flows
    A. Liakopoulos, F. Sofos, T.E. Karakasidis
    Microfluidics and Nanofluidics, 20, 1–7 (2016). [Cited by: 64]

  14. A short survey on genetic sequences, Chou’s pseudo amino acid composition and its combination with fuzzy set theory
    D.N. Georgiou, T.E. Karakasidis, A.C. Megaritis
    The Open Bioinformatics Journal, 7(1) (2013). [Cited by: 62]

  15. Unified description of size effects of transport properties of liquids flowing in nanochannels
    A.E. Giannakopoulos, F. Sofos, T.E. Karakasidis, A. Liakopoulos
    International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer (2012). [Cited by: 60]

  16. Non-equilibrium molecular dynamics investigation of parameters affecting planar nanochannel flows
    F. Sofos, T.E. Karakasidis, A. Liakopoulos
    Journal of Contemporary Engineering Science, 2, 283–298 (2009). [Cited by: 59]

  17. Micromixing efficiency of particles in heavy metal removal processes under various inlet conditions
    E. Karvelas, C. Liosis, L. Benos, T. Karakasidis, I. Sarris
    Water, 11(6), 1135 (2019). [Cited by: 55]

  18. Current trends in fluid research in the era of artificial intelligence: A review
    F. Sofos, C. Stavrogiannis, K.K. Exarchou-Kouveli, D. Akabua, G. Charilas, …
    Fluids, 7(3), 116 (2022). [Cited by: 51]

  19. Dissipative particle dynamics investigation of parameters affecting planar nanochannel flows
    D. Kasiteropoulou, T.E. Karakasidis, A. Liakopoulos
    Materials Science and Engineering: B, 176(19), 1574–1579 (2011). [Cited by: 50]

  20. On perturbations of the Mandelbrot map
    J. Argyris, I. Andreadis, T.E. Karakasidis
    Chaos, Solitons & Fractals, 11(7), 1131–1136 (2000). [Cited by: 50]