International Young Scientist Awards

Renewable energy systems, including solar and wind power, are pivotal contributors to tackling global challenges, such as climate change, reducing fossil fuel dependence, and promoting sustainable development. Solar power harnesses the boundless energy radiated by the sun, offering an abundant and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional fossil fuels. Simultaneously, wind energy capitalizes on the kinetic energy of the atmosphere, converting it into electricity through technologically advanced wind turbines. These systems mitigate environmental degradation, curb greenhouse gas emissions, and contribute to resilient energy infrastructures by harnessing clean and abundant natural sources. In the face of increasing global energy needs, the shift towards renewables becomes increasingly critical for ensuring energy security, fostering innovation, and sustaining a cleaner, more equitable future. The rapid evolution of the renewable energy market has resulted in a substantial sur...

Blockchain technology is viewed as a promising tool in the energy sector to record and streamline transactions between energy generators and consumers Blockchain has numerous applications, from peer-to-peer energy trading to verifying energy origins. Experts predict that blockchain technology can revolutionise the energy sector by improving energy operations throughout the value chain and managing the complexities of a decentralised energy system. Blockchain technology provides a means to legitimise, secure, and automate energy transfers without intermediaries. According to Emergen Research, the global blockchain in energy market size is expected to grow to $8,761.4 million in 2027, registering a CAGR of 56.1% during the forecast period. Automated Pay-Per-Use is a new offering from Siemens Energy that enables utilities to pay for upgraded services only when they are used. A portion of the cost is paid when revenue is generated through successful electricity sales. This payment model...

  In a groundbreaking achievement,  SpaceX  has successfully launched a polar spaceflight, marking a significant milestone in both aerospace technology and the evolving role of cryptocurrency in space exploration. The mission was funded by a prominent  crypto investor , demonstrating the growing influence of decentralized finance (DeFi) in cutting-edge technological advancements. This mission aims to advance research in satellite technology, Earth observation, and deep space communication, while also proving that  blockchain-driven funding models  can revolutionize space exploration. Polar orbits are crucial for global coverage in remote sensing, weather forecasting, and scientific observations, making this launch particularly important for both governmental and commercial space programs. The involvement of cryptocurrency in space projects is a relatively new but rapidly growing trend. Blockchain technology is already being explored for satellite communicat...

Wireless communication and remote sensing play an important role in the modern society and almost everyone is using such systems every day. Typical examples are mobile phones, wireless internet connectivity , radio and TV broadcasting, and wireless networks at home or public areas. Thanks to the rapid development in the semiconductor technology, driven by the computer industry, such microwave systems can be produced in large quantity at a low cost per unit, making it affordable for most people all over the world. At the Microwave Electronics Laboratory, we focus on application driven research on high-speed electronic components, circuits and systems for future communication and remote sensing applications. The research spans frequencies from below 1 GHz to 500 GHz. Our main research areas are within wireless high speed digital communication, sensors such as radar systems and radiometers, and microwave heating. We demonstrate innovative microwave components and circuits in our own fab...

A spotlight issue of the Journal of the American Heart Association features findings by multidisciplinary centers awarded research grants through the American Heart Association’s Strategically Focused Research Network on Health Technologies and Innovation Research teams share findings and progress on projects aimed at harnessing digital solutions — including text messaging, smartphone apps, wearable devices and artificial intelligence — to improve health, reduce health care disparities, empower people to better manage their health and wellness and enhance patient/clinician connectivity in a special issue of the Journal of the American Heart Association. Topics in this issue include:the effectiveness of an “EyePhone” smartphone application to diagnose stroke by detecting a type of rapid, uncontrollable eye movement;using text messaging to promote physical activity for people undergoing cardiac rehabilitation; testing mobile health apps that leverage wearables devices to improve physic...

 Heusler alloys, a unique class of intermetallic compounds, have revolutionized materials science with their remarkable electronic and magnetic properties. These alloys, typically composed of transition metals and main-group elements, exhibit diverse functionalities, including half-metallicity, shape memory effects, and topological behaviors. Researchers are increasingly exploring Heusler alloys for applications in spintronics , thermoelectric devices , and magnetocaloric refrigeration , pushing the boundaries of next-generation technology. One of the most exciting aspects of Heusler alloys is their role in spintronics —a field that leverages electron spin for data storage and transfer. Unlike traditional electronics, spintronics offers lower power consumption and higher processing speeds, making Heusler alloys vital candidates for non-volatile memory and quantum computing . Many of these materials exhibit half-metallicity , meaning they act as conductors for one spin orientati...