Julio Chagas | Computational Chemistry | Best Scholar Award

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Dr. Julio Chagas | Computational Chemistry | Best Scholar Award 

Postdoctoral Scholar | Northwestern University | United States

Dr. Julio Cesar Verli Chagas is an emerging scholar in theoretical and computational chemistry whose research advances the understanding of molecular electronic structure, excited-state dynamics, and frontier spectroscopic phenomena. His academic influence continues to grow, with 8 peer-reviewed journal publications, 7 completed or ongoing research projects, and a citation impact reflected by 26 citations, an h-index of 3, and additional Scopus metrics indicating 19 citations across 14 documents. His work centers on multireference quantum chemistry methods, enabling accurate modeling of electronically complex systems and contributing to improved predictive capabilities in chemical physics. Chagas has notably elucidated excited-state manifolds in conjugated and photoactive molecules, providing insights that support the development of advanced optical materials and next-generation photonic applications. His research portfolio integrates high-level theory with cutting-edge experimentation, particularly through investigations of molecular optical responses and entangled-photon spectroscopy—an emerging direction that strengthens the interface between quantum chemistry and quantum optics. International collaborations have been central to his scientific contributions, including work with Prof. Hans Lischka on excited-state computational methodologies and Prof. George Schatz on optical and nonlinear spectroscopic modeling, enhancing the interdisciplinary reach and global relevance of his research. He has presented at over 25 scientific conferences and actively contributes to collaborative scientific initiatives in the United States, Brazil, and Europe. Through rigorous modeling, innovative methodological development, and cross-disciplinary research, Chagas’ work provides foundational insights with potential societal impact in areas such as photonic materials, spectroscopy-driven chemical sensing, and quantum-enhanced measurement technologies. His growing scholarly footprint reflects a trajectory of continued excellence and expanding international recognition.

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Featured Publications

  1. Milanez, B. D., Chagas, J. C. V., Pinheiro Jr, M., Aquino, A. J. A., & Lischka, H. (2020). Effects on the aromaticity and on the biradicaloid nature of acenes by the inclusion of a cyclobutadiene linkage. Theoretical Chemistry Accounts, 139(7), 113. Citations: 7

  2. Dos Santos, L. G. F., Chagas, J. C. V., Ferrão, L. F. A., Aquino, A. J. A., Nieman, R., & Lischka, H. (2025). Tuning aromaticity, stability and radicaloid character of periacenes by chemical BN doping. Journal of Computational Chemistry, 46(3), e70039. Citations: 5

  3. Chagas, J. C. V., Milanez, B. D., Oliveira, V. P., Pinheiro Jr, M., Ferrão, L. F. A., & Aquino, A. J. A. (2024). A multi-descriptor analysis of substituent effects on the structure and aromaticity of benzene derivatives: π-conjugation versus charge effects. Journal of Computational Chemistry, 45(12), 863–877. Citations: 4

  4. Plasser, F., Lischka, H., Shepard, R., Szalay, P. G., Pitzer, R. M., Alves, R. L. R., Chagas, J. C. V., … (2025). COLUMBUS─An efficient and general program package for ground and excited state computations including spin–orbit couplings and dynamics. The Journal of Physical Chemistry A, 129(28), 6482–6517. Citations: 2

  5. Pimentel, J. V. M., Chagas, J. C. V., Pinheiro Jr, M., Aquino, A. J. A., & Lischka, H. (2025). Thermally activated delayed fluorescence in B, N-substituted tetracene derivatives: A theoretical pathway to enhanced OLED materials. The Journal of Physical Chemistry A, 129(2), 470–480. Citations: 2

Feng Mao | Cognitive Science | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Feng Mao | Cognitive Science | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor | Shanghai University of International Business and Economics | China

Assist. Prof. Dr. Feng Mao is a distinguished Associate Professor and Senior Translator at Shanghai University of International Business and Economics with 28 years of higher education experience, specializing in country and area studies, translation studies, and foreign language education. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. at Shanghai International Studies University (since 2022) and serves as a Master’s supervisor for MA in Linguistics and MTI programs. Over his career, he has led 11 research projects, including a national-level Social Science Fund project, and collaborated with international scholars from Singapore, Canada, the UK, and Germany, reflecting his strong global research network. His professional experience includes mentoring MA students, peer reviewing for SSCI and AHCI journals, editorial committee service, and contributions to national professional assessments, including CATTI examination grading. His research interests focus on translation and interpreting studies, foreign language education and policy, cross-cultural communication, applied linguistics, audiovisual translation, and country and area studies. MAO Feng has developed advanced research skills in big data analysis for textbook and material compilation, literary analysis, audiovisual translation methods, and educational program evaluation, supporting both theoretical and applied projects. He has authored 64 academic publications, including 20 SSCI/AHCI journal papers with 5 in Q1 journals, and published 5 academic monographs and translations totaling over 2 million words, alongside textbooks and review articles that serve thousands of students. He has also contributed to industry and government consultancy projects such as cultural brand promotion and copyright export research. His awards and honors include national-level recognition for professional degree assessment and leadership roles within the China Association for Educational Linguistics and the Translators Association of China. Overall, MAO Feng’s extensive research, teaching, publications, and international collaborations highlight his exceptional academic leadership and ongoing potential to advance translation studies and foreign language education globally. 7 Citations, 8 Documents, h-index 2.

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Featured Publications

Mao, F., & Yang, X. (2024). Literary therapy based on positive psychology: Impact on college students’ happiness. Journal of Poetry Therapy, 37(1), 16–34. https://doi.org/[insert DOI] (Citations: 5)

Mao, F., & Liu, S. (2024). Book review: Networked feminism: How digital media makers transformed gender justice movements (R. Clark-Parsons, California, University of California Press, 2022). Feminist Media Studies, 24(2), 404–406. (Citations: 3)

Feng, M., Wenhui, L., Xinle, Y., & Biyu, W. (2022). Romantic narrative in the film The Battle at Lake Changjin. International Journal of English and Comparative Literary Studies, 3(1), 19–27. (Citations: 3)

Feng, M., Quan, L., & Wu, B. (2021). A review on the compilation of college English textbooks in China based on big data. Sino-US English Teaching, 18(3), 60–65. (Citations: 3)

Feng, M., Quan, L., & Biyu, W. (2021). Exploration of the compilation of English learning materials for Chinese college students based on big data under the guidance of complex dynamic theory. International Journal of Linguistics, Literature and Translation, 4(3), 22–32. (Citations: 2)