Samah Saidi | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Best Researcher Award

Samah Saidi
Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University, Saudi Arabia

Samah Saidi
Affiliation Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University
Country Saudi Arabia
Scopus ID 57209209614
Documents 41
Citations 436
h-index 9
Subject Area Materials Science
Event International Academic Achievements & Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-6030-2380

Samah Saidi is a materials science researcher affiliated with Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University. Her work focuses on computational investigations of double perovskite compounds for energy-related applications [1]. This article presents her profile in the context of the Best Researcher Award at International Academic Achievements & Awards.

Abstract

This article summarizes the research profile of Samah Saidi, whose publications examine the structural, electronic, optical, thermodynamic and thermoelectric properties of double perovskite materials using density functional theory (DFT). Her recent journal articles address lead-free and eco-friendly halide and oxide perovskites proposed for solar energy harvesting, waste heat recovery and other sustainable energy uses [2][3].

Keywords

Double perovskites, density functional theory, thermoelectric properties, optoelectronic properties, lead-free halides, materials science, renewable energy.

Introduction

Double perovskites have attracted scholarly attention as alternatives to lead-based photovoltaic and thermoelectric materials because their composition can be tuned to adjust electronic and thermal behavior. First-principles calculations allow researchers to screen such compounds before experimental synthesis. Samah Saidi contributes to this area through collaborative computational studies, several of which were published in 2024 in international journals indexed in Web of Science [1].

Research Profile

Her research is classified under materials science and is affiliated with Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University, Saudi Arabia. Her ORCID record lists publications synchronized from Web of Science, and her Scopus record reports 41 indexed documents [1]. The main themes of her work are summarized below.

  • DFT-based modeling of halide and oxide double perovskites.
  • Analysis of band structure, optical response and thermoelectric transport.
  • Evaluation of eco-friendly materials for green energy technologies.

Research Contributions

In a 2024 study in Journal of Inorganic and Organometallic Polymers and Materials, the authors used DFT to analyze Ba2NbRhO6 as a double perovskite candidate for sustainable energy applications [2]. A separate study in Materials Science and Engineering B examined Na2CuAsX6 (X = F, Cl, Br, I) for solar energy harvesting and waste heat recovery [3]. Further work investigated A2TlAgF6 (A = Rb, Cs) in Journal of Computational Chemistry [4] and lead-free K2NaSbZ6 (Z = Br, I) in Optical and Quantum Electronics [5].

Publications

Selected 2024 journal articles include the following.

  • DFT analysis of Ba2NbRhO6 as a double perovskite for sustainable energy [2].
  • Physical characteristics of Na2CuAsX6 double perovskites [3].
  • Opto-electronic and thermophysical characteristics of A2TlAgF6 [4].
  • Optoelectronic and thermoelectric properties of K2NaSbZ6 [5].

Research Impact

Bibliometric data indicate 436 citations and an h-index of 9 across 41 documents [1]. Her articles appear in established journals in inorganic materials, computational chemistry, optics and materials engineering, and are co-authored with international collaborators, reflecting participation in a wider research network.

Award Suitability

Her nomination for the Best Researcher Award at International Academic Achievements & Awards is supported by a consistent publication record, sustained focus on energy-relevant materials, and measurable citation impact. These indicators align with the recognition of researchers who contribute reliable, field-relevant scholarship.

Conclusion

Samah Saidi’s work in computational materials science advances understanding of double perovskites for clean energy technologies. Her publications, citation record and collaborative engagement provide a sound basis for consideration for the Best Researcher Award.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Samah Saidi, Author ID 57209209614. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57209209614
  2. Belhachi, S., Al-Qaisi, S., Saidi, S., Rached, H., Zaman, A., Alrebdi, T. A., Boutramine, A., Erum, N., Ahmed, R., & Verma, A. S. (2024). DFT analysis of Ba2NbRhO6: A promising double perovskite for sustainable energy applications. Journal of Inorganic and Organometallic Polymers and Materials.
    https://doi.org/10.1007/S10904-024-03336-5
  3. Ayyaz, A., Saidi, S., Ali, H. I., Alqorashi, A. K., Kebaili, I., El-Rayyes, A., & Mahmood, Q. (2024). Exploring physical characteristics of double perovskites Na2CuAsX6 (X = F, Cl, Br, and I) for solar energy harvesting and wasted heat recovery applications. Materials Science and Engineering B.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/J.MSEB.2024.117583
  4. Al-Qaisi, S., Iram, N., Saidi, S., Alqorashi, A. K., Aljameel, A. I., Alrebdi, T. A., Abbas, Z., Bouzgarrou, S., Rahman, M. F., & Verma, A. S. (2024). Opto-electronic and thermophysical characteristics of A2TlAgF6 (A = Rb, Cs) for green technology applications. Journal of Computational Chemistry.
    https://doi.org/10.1002/JCC.27347
  5. Boutramine, A., Al-Qaisi, S., Saidi, S., Iram, N., Alrebdi, T. A., Bouzgarrou, S., Verma, A. S., Belhachi, S., & Sharma, R. (2024). Optoelectronic and thermoelectric properties of new lead-free K2NaSbZ6 (Z = Br, I) halide double-perovskites for clean energy applications: A DFT study. Optical and Quantum Electronics.
    https://doi.org/10.1007/S11082-024-06344-4

Donghwa Lee | Computational Materials | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Donghwa Lee | Computational Materials | Research Excellence Award

Mr. Donghwa Lee | Computational Materials | Associate Professor at Pohang University of Science and Technology | South Korea

Computational Materials Mr. Donghwa Lee is an accomplished computational materials scientist and academic leader whose career is dedicated to advancing predictive materials design through theory, simulation, and machine learning. Mr. Donghwa Lee earned his Ph.D. and M.S. in Materials Science and Engineering from the University of Florida under the supervision of Prof. Simon R. Phillpot, following his B.S. in Materials Science and Engineering from Korea University, establishing a strong foundation in both fundamental and applied materials science. Mr. Donghwa Lee is currently an Associate Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH), where he leads efforts to build a highly visible computational materials science group, and he has also served as a Visiting Professor at the University of Texas at Dallas. His professional experience includes prior faculty appointments at POSTECH and Chonnam National University, as well as prestigious postdoctoral research positions at Oak Ridge National Laboratory and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, where Mr. Donghwa Lee contributed to cutting-edge research in materials theory and quantum simulations. Mr. Donghwa Lee’s research interests center on understanding physical and chemical processes at material interfaces using multiscale Computational Materials approaches, including classical molecular dynamics, model Hamiltonians, density functional theory, and many-body first-principles methods, integrated with machine-learning techniques for predictive engineering. His research skills span electronic structure calculations, multiscale modeling, data-driven materials discovery, and high-performance scientific computing. Mr. Donghwa Lee’s awards and honors include the Il-Bum Chaired Professorship at POSTECH and appointments to editorial and advisory boards of leading journals such as Metals and Materials International and the Journal of Applied Physics, reflecting his international recognition. In conclusion, Mr. Donghwa Lee exemplifies excellence in Computational Materials through impactful research, global collaboration, and sustained contributions to education and the advancement of next-generation materials science.

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