1. Congratulations on winning the Sensors Travel Award! Can you tell us about your current research interests? What motivated you to pursue this area of study?

Thank you very much. I am truly honored to receive the Sensors Travel Award. My current research focuses on the fabrication and optimization of advanced sensors and biosensors, particularly enzymatic biosensors and immunosensors. I work on developing highly sensitive and selective sensing platforms by integrating various nanostructured materials to enhance analytical performance.

Specifically, my research explores the use of nanomaterials, such as metal nanoparticles, carbon-based nanostructures, and hybrid nanocomposites, to improve electron transfer, increase surface area for biomolecule immobilization, and enhance signal amplification. By carefully engineering the sensing interface, we aim to achieve lower detection limits, faster response times, and improved stability for real-world applications in healthcare diagnostics, environmental monitoring, and food safety.

I was motivated to pursue this field because biosensors represent a powerful intersection of chemistry, nanotechnology, and biology. The ability to detect biological analytes with high precision using compact and efficient devices has a tremendous societal impact. The challenge of designing functional nanostructured interfaces that translate biological recognition events into measurable signals continues to inspire my research. Ultimately, my goal is to contribute to the development of robust, cost-effective, and highly reliable biosensing technologies suitable for practical and point-of-care applications.

2. Attending international conferences is an essential part of scientific collaboration and growth. How do you plan to promote the journal at the conference? What is the significance of attending such conferences in expanding your international cooperation or enhancing your academic influence?

I am very thankful for this award and for the support provided by Sensors. Attending Pittcon 2026 is a valuable opportunity for me, and I truly appreciate the chance to participate in such an important international conference. I plan to share my experience with colleagues and researchers I meet there, and to mention how important this award has been in making my participation possible. For me, it is not only financial support, but also meaningful recognition and encouragement of my research work.

Participating in international conferences is very important for scientific growth. It provides an opportunity to present my research, receive constructive feedback, and discuss ideas directly with experts from different countries and research backgrounds. These discussions often lead to new perspectives and potential collaborations.

Such events also help to expand professional networks and strengthen international cooperation. By interacting with researchers working in similar areas, especially in sensor and biosensor development, I can exchange knowledge, explore joint research opportunities, and increase the visibility of my work within the global scientific community.

3. Do you have any suggestions for improving the visibility of these awards?

I believe the Sensors Travel Award is a very valuable initiative, especially for early career researchers. Increasing its visibility could further motivate young scientists to apply and engage more actively with the journal.

For example, sharing short interviews or research highlights from awardees on social media platforms and the journal’s website could help showcase not only the award itself but also the scientific diversity of the recipients. Seeing real examples of previous winners and learning about their research journeys can be very inspiring for other researchers.

At the same time, in my opinion, these awards are already well recognized and highly important within our field. They represent not only financial support but also meaningful scientific recognition. For many young researchers, receiving such an award is a strong motivation and confirmation that their work is valued by the scientific community.

4. Do you have any advice for aspiring young researchers looking to make a meaningful impact in their respective fields?

For young researchers, my main advice would be to stay curious and patient. Research is a long journey, and meaningful results often require time, persistence, and continuous learning.

It is very important to build a strong understanding of fundamental concepts before focusing only on applications. A solid theoretical background makes it easier to solve complex problems and to innovate. At the same time, being open to interdisciplinary approaches can open many new opportunities. In fields such as sensors and biosensors, progress often occurs at the intersection of chemistry, materials science, biology, and engineering.

Most importantly, choose a research topic that genuinely interests you. Passion is what keeps you motivated during challenging times and helps you continue improving even when experiments do not go as planned.

5. How do you view the role of open access journals (such as Sensors) in academic communication? Will you consider reviewing or contributing to them in the future?

Open access journals play a very important role in modern academic communication. They make research findings freely accessible to scientists, students, and professionals worldwide, regardless of institutional or financial limitations. This is particularly significant for researchers in developing regions, where access to subscription-based journals may be limited.

By removing access barriers, open access publishing accelerates the dissemination of scientific knowledge, promotes transparency, and facilitates international collaboration. In rapidly evolving fields such as sensor technology and biosensing, timely and unrestricted access to new findings is essential for continued innovation and scientific progress.

Journals such as Sensors also rely on a rigorous, well-structured peer-review process. Careful, critical review is fundamental to ensuring the scientific quality, originality, and reliability of published manuscripts. Maintaining high standards in peer review strengthens the credibility of the journal and the integrity of the research community as a whole. I strongly support the open access publishing model and look forward to continuing to contribute to Sensors journals, both as an author and as a reviewer.