Assoc. Prof. Dr. Xiaofang Wang | Quantum Sensors | Women Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Xiaofang Wang, Shanghai Dianji University, China

Wang Xiaofang is an Associate Researcher at the Shanghai Institute of Technical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, with over 13 years of experience in microelectronics and solid-state electronics. She earned her Ph.D. from the Shanghai Institute of Technical Physics and her Master’s degree in Materials Physics and Chemistry from Tianjin University. Wang has led multiple prestigious research projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China, Shanghai Natural Science Foundation, and the Chinese Academy of Sciences, focusing on advanced materials, thin film stability, and electronic properties of novel materials such as topological insulators and photodiodes. She has authored more than 30 scientific papers in reputable journals and holds several authorized patents related to solar energy and smart coating technologies. Wang’s research contributions have significantly advanced the understanding and development of high-performance functional materials and devices in her field.

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Summary of Suitability for the Research for Women Researcher Award

Dr. Wang Xiaofang is a highly qualified and outstanding candidate for the Research for Women Researcher Award, with a robust record in academic research, technological innovation, and scientific leadership in the fields of microelectronics, solid-state electronics, and infrared optoelectronics. As an Associate Researcher at the Shanghai Institute of Technical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, she brings over 13 years of dedicated research experience, marked by significant contributions to national and regional scientific development.

🎓 Education:

Ph.D. in Microelectronics and Solid-State Electronics, Shanghai Institute of Technical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences (2007.03 – 2010.03)
M.Sc. in Materials Physics and Chemistry, Tianjin University (2004.09 – 2007.03)

💼 Work Experience:

Associate Researcher at Shanghai Institute of Technical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Over 13 years of research and professional experience in microelectronics and material science
Project leader and core backbone member for multiple prestigious scientific research projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China, Shanghai Science and Technology Commission, Chinese Academy of Sciences, and National Key R&D Program

🏆 Achievements & Awards:

Led key projects on stability and properties of Ag-based composite films, Co-based Heusler alloys, topological insulators, and infrared photoelectric devices
Authored over 30 research papers as corresponding author in high-impact journals including Physica Status Solidi B, Computational Materials Science, and Advanced Functional Materials
Holder of multiple authorized patents related to solar selective absorption films, intelligent solar collectors, and low-radiation window films
Recognized for innovation and contribution to material physics and applied electronics

Publication Top Notes:

Deformation-Tailored MoS2 Optoelectronics: Fold-Induced Band Reconstruction for Programmable Polarity Switching

Two-dimensional single-layer ferrimagnetic TiMnX2 and TiCoX2: First-principles calculations and Monte Carlo simulations

High Curie temperature Heusler alloys RhMnCrZ (Z = Si, Ge) investigated by DFT and Monte Carlo methods

Structural stabilities and natural half-metallic properties of OsXCoSi (X=Ti, Zr, Hf) quaternary Heusler alloys series first-principles calculations

Strain-tuned full spin polarization and ndoping of phosphorene via the phosphorene/Co heterojunction

The Role of Concentration, Site, and O Vacancy on Magnetic and Optical Properties of Cu‐Doped Anatase TiO<sub>2</sub>

Assist Prof Dr. Nancy Alshaer, Tanta University, Egypt

Nancy A. Alshaer is an Assistant Professor of Electronics and Communication Engineering at Tanta University’s Faculty of Engineering in Egypt. She earned her Ph.D. in 2020, specializing in optical free-space communication with quantum-key distribution, and was recognized with the Best Doctoral Thesis Award in Engineering Sciences from Tanta University for the 2020-2021 academic year. Dr. Alshaer has been actively involved in the project “Free Space Optical Communication with Quantum Light,” funded by the Science, Technology & Innovation Funding Authority (STIFA) of Egypt. Her research collaborations span notable institutions, including the National Institute of Laser at Cairo University, Nile University, Birmingham City University, and Taibah University. Her research interests encompass optical and wireless communications, quantum key distribution, quantum algorithms, quantum random number generation, tracking systems, wireless sensor networks, and edge computing.

Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award:

Nancy A. Alshaer, an IEEE Member and Assistant Professor of Electronics and Communication Engineering at Tanta University, Egypt, stands as a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to her exemplary contributions to the field of optical and wireless communications, particularly in quantum key distribution (QKD) and free-space optical (FSO) communication. Her academic journey, culminating in a Ph.D. in optical free-space communication with quantum-key distribution, and her recognition with the award for the best doctoral thesis in engineering sciences, highlight her research excellence.

Education

Ph.D. in Optical Free-Space Communication with Quantum-Key Distribution
- Institution: Tanta University, Egypt
- Year: 2020
- Honors: Awarded for the best doctoral thesis in the field of engineering sciences for the academic year 2020-2021

Work Experience

Assistant Professor of Electronics and Communication Engineering
- Department: Department of Electronics and Electrical Communication
- Faculty: Faculty of Engineering
- Institution: Tanta University, Egypt
- Duration: Current
Research Associate
- Project: “Free Space Optical Communication with Quantum Light”
- Funding Authority: Science, Technology & Innovation Funding Authority (STIFA), Egypt
- Duration: 2020 – 2022

Research Collaborations

National Institute of Laser, Cairo University, Egypt
Nile University, Egypt
Birmingham City University, UK
Taibah University, KSA

Publication top Notes:

Enhancing Performance of Continuous-Variable Quantum Key Distribution (CV-QKD) and Gaussian Modulation of Coherent States (GMCS) in Free-Space Channels under Individual Attacks with Phase-Sensitive Amplifier (PSA) and Homodyne Detection (HD)