Haider AlMashhadani | Kinetics | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Haider AlMashhadani | Kinetics | Best Researcher Award

Baghdad University, Iraq

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🎓 Academic Background

Assist. Prof. Dr. Haider AlMashhadani obtained all his academic degrees from the University of Baghdad, College of Science. He completed his B.Sc. in Chemistry in 2012, followed by an M.Sc. in 2014, and later earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry in 2020. His progressive academic journey showcases a strong and consistent dedication to the field of scientific research and chemical education.

👨‍🏫 Teaching & Professional Experience

Dr. AlMashhadani began his professional career at the Independent High Electoral Commission (2012–2014). Simultaneously, he started his academic journey as a Lecturer at the University of Baghdad, College of Science, Department of Chemistry (2013–2014). He then contributed extensively to Al-Rasheed University College in the Department of Dentistry (2014–2023), where he taught multiple courses and held key responsibilities. Currently, he is serving as a faculty member at the University of Baghdad – College of Science – Chemistry Department (2023–present), demonstrating his ongoing commitment to higher education and research excellence.

🧪 Academic Skills & Courses Taught

Throughout his teaching career, Dr. AlMashhadani has taught a range of important subjects. These include Medical Chemistry (Theoretical) in the Dentistry Department of Al-Rasheed University (2014–2023), Organic Chemistry (Practical) in the Pharmacy Department (2014–2015), and Biochemistry (Practical) for Dentistry students (2015–2021). At the University of Baghdad, he has handled Physical Chemistry (Practical) (2022–2023) and continues to teach Industrial Chemistry (2022–2025). These diverse teaching responsibilities highlight his broad expertise across both theoretical and practical domains in chemistry.

🏛️ Administrative Roles & Memberships

Dr. AlMashhadani has actively participated in numerous academic, scientific, and administrative committees, reflecting his leadership and organizational skills. He served as the Manager of the Scientific Affairs Division at Al-Rasheed University College (2022–2023) and chaired the Research Evaluation Committee during the same period. His roles also include being a member of the Procurement Committee and Examination Committee, and he has been involved in laboratory accreditation and quality assurance processes. Notably, he was the Head of the Laboratory Accreditation Division and Chairman of the Inventory of Laboratory Equipment for multiple years (2017–2019). Moreover, he was a representative of the Quality Assurance Division and part of the Google Scholar Profile Follow-up Committee, underscoring his focus on academic integrity and digital scholarship.

💼 Community Engagement & Student Services

Dr. AlMashhadani has shown a strong commitment to student support and institutional development. He was a member of the Reception Committee for Students (2020–2021) and contributed to the Committee for Salary Distribution and the Chemical and Biologics Trading Committee. His involvement in these diverse tasks illustrates his multifaceted contributions to the academic and administrative ecosystem.

Notable Publications📝

📝Adsorption, thermodynamic and corrosion study of enalapril malate pharmaceutical drug as corrosion inhibitor for carbon steel in saline solution

Author: Haider Abdulkareem Almashhadani

Journal: Results in Materials

Year: 2025

📝Correction: Thiophosgene Detection by Ag-Decorated AlN Nanotube: A Mechanical Quantum Survey

Authors: Ghani, H.A.; Bustani, G.S.; Shadhar, M.H.; Obaid, R.F.; Kadhim, M.M.; Rheima, A.M.; Almashhadani, H.A.

Journal: Journal of Electronic Materials

Year: 2023

📝Effect of Modified Nano-Graphene Oxide and Silicon Carbide Nanoparticles on the Mechanical Properties and Durability of Artificial Stone Composites from Waste

Authors: Iranmanesh, R.; A. Alameri, A.; Sh. Jassim, G.; Abdulkareem Almashhadani, H.; Adel Lateef, D.; Jalil, A.T.; Alfilh, R.H.C.; Fakri Mustafa, Y.

Journal: Polycyclic Aromatic Compounds

Year: 2023

📝Genetically engineered neural stem cells (NSCs) therapy for neurological diseases; state-of-the-art

Authors: Lutfi Ismaeel, G.; Makki AlHassani, O.J.; S. Alazragi, R.; Hussein Ahmed, A.; H. Mohamed, A.; Yasir Jasim, N.; Hassan Shari, F.; Almashhadani, H.A.

Journal: Biotechnology Progress

Year: 2023

📝Synthesis and Characterization of Molecularly Imprinted Polymers for Metronidazole by using Allyl Chloride and Allyl Bromide as Monomers

Authors: Aljabari, F.I.; Almashhadani, H.A.; Jehad, M.H.; Kadhim, M.M.

Journal: Research Journal of Pharmacy and Technology

Year: 2023

 

Hyunmo Jeong | Biomolecules | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Hyunmo Jeong | Biomolecules | Best Researcher Award

The Korean Institute of Nutrition, South Korea

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🎓 Academic Qualifications

Dr. Jeong has earned all his academic degrees from Hallym University, Korea, where he completed his Ph.D. in Food Science and Nutrition (2020–2024) with an impressive GPA of 4.41/4.5. He obtained his M.S. degree in the same field (2018–2020) with a GPA of 4.31/4.5, following a B.S. degree (2012–2018) with a GPA of 3.18/4.5. This consistent academic journey illustrates his deep-rooted commitment to the discipline and forms the bedrock of his expertise in biomolecular research.

🧪 Research Experience

Dr. Jeong’s professional journey includes numerous research and teaching roles. Since March 2024, he has been working as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Hallym University. Prior to that, he served as a Research Assistant from 2019 to 2024, contributing significantly to multiple research projects in food bioactives, enzyme applications, and biomolecule encapsulation. His teaching experience includes roles as a Teaching Assistant for subjects such as Food Microbiology, Laboratory Practicals, and Introduction to Food Science, from 2018 to 2022, reflecting his ability to bridge the gap between scientific research and student learning.

🔬 Research Interests and Expertise

Dr. Jeong’s research is focused on the Encapsulation of Hydrophobic Functional Compounds using Carbohydrate Enzymes. He has successfully developed systems to enhance water solubility and stability of natural bioactives, utilizing techniques such as HPLC, Prep-LC, MALDI-TOF, FT-IR, SEM, and NMR for compound analysis. His cell-based work includes anti-inflammatory studies using RAW 264.7 macrophage cells and evaluation through NO production, DPPH, and ABTS antioxidant assays.

Additionally, he has experience in cloning, mutation, and expression of carbohydrate-active enzymes, conducting protein expression in E. coli, purification via Ni-NTA affinity chromatography, and kinetic parameter assessment through Michaelis–Menten kinetics. His molecular-level work is supported by methods like TLC, HPAEC-PAD, and DSC for thermal and structural evaluation. In the realm of starch modification, Dr. Jeong has engineered enzyme-modified starches using CGTase and branching enzymes. His work includes freeze-thaw stability analysis, retrogradation studies, and texture profiling of food applications such as bread and sauces. He is also adept at extracting and analyzing bioactive compounds from natural products using optimized ethanol-based extraction, focusing on solvent ratios, time, and temperature conditions to maximize yield.

🏆 Awards and Honors

Dr. Jeong’s exceptional academic and research capabilities have been recognized with numerous awards and scholarships. He received the prestigious BK21 Four Research Scholarship from the National Research Foundation of Korea for two consecutive academic terms (2022–2024). He also earned the Encouragement Award for an oral presentation at the 2022 KFN International Symposium, and the Excellent Paper Award from the Graduate School of Hallym University in 2021. His work has been honored at multiple KFN Annual Meetings for poster presentations in 2019 and 2020. Notably, he was a Finalist in the IFT19 Biotechnology Division Poster Competition held in New Orleans, USA. He has consistently received the Hallym University Fund Scholarship throughout his graduate studies (2018–2024), highlighting his academic dedication and leadership potential.

Notable Publications📝

📝Development and applications of enzymatic modified starch with high water solubility providing a continuous supply of glucose

Authors: Eun-A Kim, Ye-Rim Lee, Eun-Hyeong Lee, Hyun-Mo Jeong, Byung Sik Kang, Byung-Hak Kim, Sang Jae Park, Jae-Hoon Shim

Journal: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules

Year: 2023

📝Improved low water solubility of fisetin by enzymatic encapsulation reaction using cycloamylose produced by cyclodextrin glucanotransferase

Authors: Hyun-Mo Jeong, Hae-Na Kang, Ye-Rim Lee, Eun-A. Kim, Eun-Hyeong Lee, Jae-Hoon Shim

Journal: Process Biochemistry

Year: 2023

📝Enzymatic formation of cyclic maltooligosaccharides for the application of quercetin inclusion complex

Authors: Ye-Rim Lee, Hyun-Mo Jeong, Ji-Soo Kim, Eun-A Kim, Eun-Hyeong Lee, Jae-Hoon Shim

Journal: Carbohydrate Polymers

Year: 2023

📝Development of Fermented Rice Water to Improve the Quality of Garaetteok, a Traditional Korean Rice Cake

Authors: Eun-Hyeong Lee, Hyun-Mo Jeong, Eun-A Kim, Ye-Rim Lee, Jae-Hoon Shim

Journal: Foods

Year: 2023

📝Component Analysis of the Kudzu (Pueraria lobata) Root and Development of Puerarin and Starch Extraction Method

Authors: Ji-Soo Kim, Seung-Hye Woo, Hyun-Mo Jeong, Yu-Jeong Shin, Eun-A Kim, Ye-Rim Lee, Eun-Hyeong Lee, Jae-Hoon Shim

Journal: Journal of the Korean Society of Food Science and Nutrition

Year: 2022

 

Xiansong Shi | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Xiansong Shi | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

National University of Singapore, Singapore

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🎓 Education

Dr. Shi received his Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Nanjing Tech University in December 2019, where he focused on the synthesis and application of porous framework membranes for molecular separations. He also earned his Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering and Technology from the same institution in June 2015. His academic training laid the groundwork for his expertise in membrane science, nanomaterials, and separation technology.

🧪 Research Experience

Dr. Shi is currently a Research Fellow at the National University of Singapore (NUS), a position he has held since December 2021. His current work centers on the development of structurally oriented 2D COF membranes for precise molecular sieving, including studies on crystalline COF architectures and MOF membranes with topological defects. Prior to this, from January 2020 to September 2021, he was a Postdoctoral Researcher at Nanjing Tech University, where he designed 3D COF membranes tailored for pharmaceutical purification and organic solvent resistance. His work during this period included pioneering electrosynthesis techniques for 2D COF membrane fabrication. Starting January 2026, Dr. Shi will begin a new appointment as Associate Professor at Southeast University, continuing his contributions to academic and applied research in separation science.

🔬 Research Projects

Dr. Shi has served as Principal Investigator (PI) and key contributor to several nationally funded projects. These include the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Project No. 22008110) and the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation (2020M681568), both of which he successfully delivered as PI. He also played participatory roles in prestigious programs such as the National Science Foundation for Distinguished Young Scholars of China (21825803) and China’s 973 National Basic Research Program (2015CB655301). These projects reflect his strengths in grant leadership, team collaboration, and research translation.

🏅 Honors and Awards

Dr. Shi’s achievements have earned him several honors. He was recognized by the China Petroleum and Chemical Industry Federation (CPCIF) in December 2020 for his contributions to an Innovation Team in Membrane Science. He has twice received the Outstanding Graduate Award, once during his undergraduate studies in 2015 and again upon completion of his Ph.D. in 2019, acknowledging his academic excellence and research promise.

🌐 Conference Participation

Dr. Shi has actively engaged with the international research community through conference presentations and organizational roles. In July 2024, he will present a poster and serve as a volunteer at the 9th International Conference on Metal-Organic Frameworks and Open Framework Compounds (MOF2024) in Singapore. He chaired a session and gave an oral presentation at the 13th International Congress on Membranes and Membrane Processes (ICOM2023) in Japan. Earlier, he delivered oral presentations at AMS11 (2018, Australia) and a poster presentation at ICOM2017 (USA). These engagements underscore his commitment to knowledge sharing and global collaboration.

Notable Publications📝

📝Microscopic Mechanical Force-Driven Amorphization of Metal–Organic Frameworks

Authors: Ting Chen, He Li, Xiansong Shi, Yunchuan Pu, Nengxiu Zhu, Yidan Duan, Dongchen Shi, Wei Zhao, Joseph Imbrogno, Dan Zhao

Journal: Journal of the American Chemical Society

Year: 2025

📝Water-Assisted Microwave Synthesis of Imide-Linked Covalent Organic Frameworks in Minutes

Authors: Wei Zhao, Xingyang Wang, Mounib Bahri, Qiang Zhu, Boyu Li, Kun Wu, Zekun Wang, He Li, Xiansong Shi, Dongchen Shi, et al.

Journal: Journal of the American Chemical Society

Year: 2025

📝Influence of Crystal Growth on Organic Liquid Phase Separation Efficiency in Polycrystalline PCN-250 Membranes

Authors: Yidan Duan, He Li, Xiansong Shi, Xin Yu, Nengxiu Zhu, Joseph Imbrogno, Dan Zhao

Journal: Journal of Membrane Science

Year: 2025

📝Aqueous-Phase Synthesis of Cyclic Trinuclear Cluster-Based Metal–Organic Frameworks

Authors: Kun Wu, Wei Zhao, Ling Huang, Wen-Ting Zeng, Qiang Zhu, Hao-Bo Wang, Qin-Hong Wang, Xiansong Shi, He Li, Weigang Lu, et al.

Journal: Journal of the American Chemical Society

Year: 2025

📝Stability of Metal–Organic Frameworks in Organic Media with Acids and Bases

Authors: Yidan Duan, He Li, Xiansong Shi, Chunqing Ji, Joseph Imbrogno, Dan Zhao

Journal: Industrial & Engineering Chemistry Research

Year: 2025

📝Precise Separation of Complex Ultrafine Molecules through Solvating Two‐Dimensional Covalent Organic Framework Membranes

Authors: Xiansong Shi, He Li, Ting Chen, Junyu Ren, Wei Zhao, Bidhan Chandra Patra, Chengjun Kang, Zhaoqiang Zhang, Dan Zhao

Journal: Angewandte Chemie International Edition

Year: 2025

Yuanyong Yao | Thermodynamics | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Yuanyong Yao | Thermodynamics | Best Researcher Award

Tongren University, China

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🎓💼Education & Experience 

Prof. Yuanyong Yao earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Zunyi Normal University in 2010, followed by a Master’s degree from Guizhou University in 2013. He has been part of Tongren University since 2017, initially serving as an Associate Professor until 2022, and was promoted to full Professor in 2023. His academic journey and progressive roles at Tongren University reflect his solid foundation and growing leadership in the field of materials and chemical engineering.

🔬🧠Research Focus 

Prof. Yao’s research primarily focuses on the functional exploration of natural bioactive compounds found in medicinal plants and special foods, investigating their biological properties and health benefits. A key part of his work also includes studying the mechanisms of biological enzyme inhibition, aiming to understand how these natural substances can affect biochemical pathways. His research bridges material and chemical engineering with biotechnology, contributing to the development of novel therapeutic and nutritional applications.

🏆🎖️Honors & Awards 

Prof. Yao has been recognized for his academic and research excellence through several honors. Notably, he was selected for the prestigious “Thousand Talents” Innovation Program of Guizhou Province, highlighting his innovative contributions. He is also listed as an expert in the Guizhou Province Science and Technology Expert Database. In 2024, Prof. Yao received a provincial-level teaching achievement award for higher education in Guizhou Province, acknowledging his dedication and impact as an educator.

Notable Publications📝

📝Novel Mechanistic Insights into Luteolin and Its Analogues as Potent Inhibitors of Xanthine Oxidase Activity: Inhibition Thermodynamics, Kinetics and Docking Simulation

Authors: Yuanyong Yao, Meng Zhang, Jiarong Chen, Ao Ma, Qi Huang, Jiangzhou Yan, Hai Yang, Shixue Chen

Journal: Food Bioscience

Year: 2025

📝An Improved Test Method for Assaying the Inhibition of Bioflavonoids on Xanthine Oxidase Activity in vitro

Authors: Yuanyong Yao, Tao Wu, Meng Zhang, Daihua Fu, Hai Yang, Shixue Chen

Journal: ChemistryOpen

Year: 2024

📝An Improved System to Evaluate Superoxide‐Scavenging Effects of Bioflavonoids

Authors: Yuanyong Yao, Shixue Chen, Hu Li

Journal: ChemistryOpen

Year: 2021

 

Haoxiang Zhang | Natural Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Haoxiang Zhang | Natural Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China

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🎓 Academic Background

Haoxiang Zhang obtained his Ph.D. in Fine Chemicals from Dalian University of Technology between September 2015 and September 2021, where he developed expertise in organic and polymer materials for advanced applications. Prior to that, he completed his Bachelor’s degree in Polymer Materials and Engineering at Anyang Institute of Technology from September 2011 to June 2015, laying the groundwork for his future in material sciences and applied chemistry.

🧪 Postdoctoral Research Experience

From November 2021 to December 2023, Haoxiang Zhang undertook postdoctoral research at the Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics. During this period, he was actively involved in pioneering work on solar-driven energy systems, particularly in developing integrated photoconversion and storage devices, leveraging emerging material platforms like MXene hybrids and functional polymers.

💼 Professional Experience

Since December 2023, Haoxiang Zhang has held the position of Assistant Researcher in the Solar Energy Research Department at the Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics. His current responsibilities include leading projects on hybrid energy storage devices, collaborating in large-scale demonstration research, and publishing innovative work in top-tier journals related to supercapacitors, zinc-ion batteries, and flexible electronics.

🌟 Research Interests and Contributions

Haoxiang Zhang’s research revolves around the design of functional hybrid materials for use in photovoltaic systems, supercapacitors, and flexible batteries. His work aims to integrate light-harvesting, energy conversion, and storage within single platforms, a concept crucial for future portable and sustainable power technologies. His contributions, spanning both fundamental science and industrial application, position him as a rising leader in the field of energy materials.

Notable Publications📝

📄 Multi‐Group Polymer Coating on Zn Anode for High Overall Conversion Efficiency Photorechargeable Zinc‐Ion Batteries

  • Authors: Ming Chen, Xiaojun Guo, Xiao Jiang, Bita Farhadi, Xin Guo, Yan Zhu, Haoxiang Zhang, Shengzhong (Frank) Liu

  • Journal: Angewandte Chemie International Edition

  • Year: 2024

📄 Flexible Aqueous Supercapacitors for Long Cycle‐Life Using Electrode with Multiple Active C═S Sites

  • Authors: Xinxin Xing, Bita Farhadi, Le Wang, Kai Wang, Yan Zhu, Hui Wang, Lanbo Di, Haoxiang Zhang, Frank Liu

  • Journal: Small

  • Year: 2024

📄 An Azo‐Based Electrode for All‐Around High‐Performance Flexible Supercapacitors

  • Authors: Haoxiang Zhang, Minyong Du, Xinxin Xing, Hui Wang, Kai Wang, Frank Liu

  • Journal: Small Science

  • Year: 2023

Zhicheng Hu | Biomolecules | Best Researcher Award

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First Affiliated Hospital Sun Yat-sen University, China

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🎓 Educational Background

Prof. Hu earned his Ph.D. in Burns Surgery from the First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University (2011–2014), under the supervision of Prof. Jiayuan Zhu. He also completed his M.S. in Burns Surgery at the same institution (2009–2011) under Prof. Bing Tang. His medical journey began with a Bachelor of Medical Science from the Zhongshan School of Medicine, Sun Yat-sen University (2004–2009). This robust academic foundation has empowered his extensive contributions in both clinical and research domains.

🩺 Professional Experience

Prof. Zhicheng Hu currently serves as a Chief Physician and Doctoral Supervisor at the First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University since January 2024. Prior to this, he was appointed as an Associate Chief Physician and Master’s Supervisor at the same institution from January 2019 to December 2023. His earlier roles include serving as an Attending Physician from 2017 to 2018, and as a Resident Physician from 2014 to 2016. All of these clinical roles were carried out at the First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen Medical University, reflecting his deep-rooted commitment to the institution and the field of burn surgery.

🌐 Academic and Professional Affiliations

Prof. Hu is a committed member of various professional organizations. He is affiliated with the International Society of Burn Injury, serves as a Committee Member of the Chinese Burn Care and Rehabilitation Association, and is also part of the Wound Healing Branch of the Chinese Medical Equipment Association. Moreover, he contributes as a Committee Member of the Youth Committee in the Plastic Surgery Branch of the China Association for the Promotion of International Medical and Health Care, actively engaging in academic growth and policy shaping.

🏆 Key Highlights

Prof. Zhicheng Hu’s career demonstrates a strong blend of clinical excellence, academic dedication, and innovative research. His work focuses on advancing treatments in burn care, wound healing, and keloid management, leveraging both cellular therapy and molecular pathway analysis. His consistent academic contributions and leadership in multiple national and provincial research projects affirm his role as a pioneering figure in burn and wound healing research in China.

Notable Publications📝

📄 Multifunctional hydrogel targeting senescence to accelerate diabetic wound healing through promoting angiogenesis

Authors: H. Yang, Y. Chen, Y. Rong, … B. Tang, Z. Hu Zhicheng

Journal: Journal of Nanobiotechnology

Year: 2025

📄 Tailored Metal-Phenolic Network with Hypoglycemic Polyphenol for Promoting Diabetic Wound Healing

Authors: Y. Rong, Z. Zhao, D. Lv, … X. Cao, B. Tang

Journal: ACS Applied Materials and Interfaces

Year: 2025

📄 Association and mediation between circulating inflammatory proteins and skin fibrosis

Authors: Z. Zhao, D. Lv, R. Zeng, … X. Cao, B. Tang

Journal: Frontiers in Endocrinology

Year: 2025

📄 NIR-II light based combinatorial management of hypertrophic scar by inducing autophagy in fibroblasts

Authors: Y. Dong, H. Wang, Y. Zhang, … B. Tang, S. Luo

Journal: Journal of Nanobiotechnology

Year: 2024

📄 A ROS-Responsive Lipid Nanoparticles Release Multifunctional Hydrogel Based on Microenvironment Regulation Promotes Infected Diabetic Wound Healing

Authors: H. Yang, D. Lv, S. Qu, … B. Tang, Z. Hu Zhicheng

Journal: Advanced Science

Year: 2024

 

Laxmi Tiwari | Medicinal Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Laxmi Tiwari | Medicinal Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, United States

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🎓 Educational Background

Dr. Laxmi Tiwari is currently completing her Ph.D. in Chemistry with an impressive GPA of 3.98 at the University of Idaho, Moscow, ID (Aug 2021 – Dec 2024), under the mentorship of Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kristopher V. Waynant. Her research focuses on the “Synthesis and Applications of Azothioformamide and Azoformamide Ligands in Coordination, Catalysis, and Biological Activity.” She earned her M.S. in Chemistry from Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu, Nepal (May 2017 – July 2019), and completed her B.S. in Chemistry from the same institution (Aug 2012 – July 2016), laying a strong academic foundation in chemical sciences.

🧪 Professional Experience

Dr. Tiwari began her postdoctoral journey as a Research Assistant Scientist in January 2025 at the Pharmacological Department, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, NY, under the guidance of Prof. Dr. Robert J. DeVita. Here, she is involved in designing and synthesizing organic molecules targeting diseases such as IBD, cancer, and diabetes. Her responsibilities include conducting clinical research, computational modeling, and developing new methodologies and instrumentation for medical applications. She actively contributes to research through hypothesis development, data evaluation, and publishing scientific findings, all while ensuring strict safety and contamination protocols are maintained. Previously, she served as a Graduate Research and Teaching Assistant at the University of Idaho (Aug 2021 – Dec 2024). Her work included retrosynthetic design, metal-ligand complex formation, and the development of palladium-catalyzed C–C and C–N coupling reactions. She also led efforts in drug synthesis, SAR analysis, and fluorescence sensing using heteroleptic cuprous complexes. She played a key role in student training, lab safety compliance, and instruction of both general and organic chemistry courses, including CHEM 101, 111, 112, 278, and 378.

🧠 Technical Skills & Expertise

Dr. Tiwari possesses advanced instrumentation skills, including NMR (1D & 2D), FT-IR, Mass Spectrometry, UV-Vis, SEM, and electrochemistry. She is proficient with software tools like ChemDraw, Topspin, Mnova, Schrodinger-Maestro, SwissADME, and AutoDock Vina. Her lab expertise includes flash column chromatography, crystallization, hazardous waste management, and more. She is also recognized for her problem-solving abilities, analytical thinking, communication skills, and attention to detail, all essential traits for thriving in complex research environments.

🏆 Awards & Honors

Dr. Tiwari has been honored with several prestigious awards including the ACS DIC Travel Award (Fall 2023), GPSA Travel Awards (2023 & 2024) from the University of Idaho, the Thomas F. Howland Award (2024), and the Cooley-Jube Outstanding TA Award (2024–2025). These recognitions reflect her academic excellence, research contributions, and dedication to teaching.

👩‍🔬 Professional Membership

She is an active member of the American Chemical Society (ACS) since 2021, which underscores her commitment to professional development and collaborative scientific advancement.

Notable Publications📝

📝Exploring Photocatalytic, Antimicrobial and Antioxidant Efficacy of Green-Synthesized Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles

Authors: Sabina Shrestha, Laxmi Tiwari, Sujan Dhungana, Jasana Maharjan, Devendra Khadka, Allison A. Kim, Megh Raj Pokhrel, Janaki Baral, Mira Park, Bhoj Raj Poudel

Journal: Nanomaterials

Year: 2025

📝Exploring the Electronic Influence on Coordination Complexes Formed from Appended Pyrrolidine Azothioformamide Ligands and Copper(I) Salts

Authors: Laxmi Tiwari, Zachariah M. Heiden, Kristopher V. Waynant

Journal: Journal of Molecular Structure

Year: 2025

📝Green Synthesis of Copper Oxide Nanoparticles Using Mentha (Mint) Leaves Characterization and Its Antimicrobial Properties with Phytochemicals Screening

Authors: Janaki Baral, Neena Pokharel, Sujan Dhungana, Laxmi Tiwari, Devendra Khadka, Megh Raj Pokhrel, Bhoj Raj Poudel

Journal: Journal of Nepal Chemical Society

Year: 2025

📝Synthesis and Characterization of Copper Oxide Nanoparticles Isolated from Acmella oleracea and Study of Antimicrobial and Phytochemical Properties

Authors: Sujan Dhungana, Anusa Gauli, Laxmi Tiwari, Devendra Khadka, Surendra Kumar Gautam, Megh Raj Pokhrel, Janaki Baral, Bhoj Raj Poudel

Journal: Amrit Research Journal

Year: 2024

📝Investigating Arylazoformamide Ligands in Palladium(II) Precatalysts through the Suzuki–Miyaura Cross-Coupling Reaction

Authors: Laxmi Tiwari, Elliott B. Hulley, Kristopher V. Waynant

Journal: The Journal of Organic Chemistry

Year: 2024

 

Murugan Arunachalapandi | Green Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Murugan Arunachalapandi | Green Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Sri Paramakalyani College, India

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🎓 Educational Background

Dr. Murugan Arunachalapandi holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Chemistry from the Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, completed in 2023. His research focused on visible light-induced copper titanate photocatalysis for multicomponent reactions. Prior to this, he earned an M.Phil. in Chemistry from Madurai Kamaraj University in 2017, graduating with 84% marks. He also completed his M.Sc. in Chemistry from the same university in 2016, securing 69%, and his B.Sc. in Chemistry in 2014, with 67%, laying a strong academic foundation in chemical sciences.

🔬 Research Experience

Dr. Arunachalapandi has gained hands-on research experience through several academic projects. During his M.Sc., he completed a group project on the “Synthesis and Characterization of Zirconium Oxide Nanoparticles” under the guidance of Dr. N. Karuthapandian at Virudhunagar Hindu Nadars’ Senthikumara Nadar College. His M.Phil. work involved developing a “Heteropoly acid supported Montmorillonite K-10 nanocomposite for the synthesis of quinoxalines”, mentored by Dr. P. Sami. His doctoral research, conducted under Dr. S. Mohana Roopan at VIT, focused on visible-light photocatalysis using copper titanate to facilitate green synthetic pathways for multicomponent reactions—an emerging and impactful area of study.

🏆 Achievements

Dr. Arunachalapandi was recognized for his scientific contribution at the National Conference on Frontiers in Ecobiological Sciences and its Applications (FESA-2018) held at Periyar University, Salem. He received the Best Poster Presentation Award for his work titled “Synthesis of quinoxalines using HPW₁₂O₄₀ supported on MK-10 nanocomposite as catalyst”, reflecting the originality and significance of his research.

🧪 Technical Skills

Dr. Arunachalapandi is proficient in operating a wide range of advanced analytical instruments, including FT-IR, UV-DRS, XRD, FE-SEM, Photoluminescence, Zeta Potential Analyzer, Microwave Reactor, and handling GC-MS, HR-MS, and HPLC systems. These skills have enabled him to perform comprehensive material characterization and reaction monitoring with precision.

💻 Software Proficiency

He is well-versed in several chemistry-related software tools essential for data analysis and research documentation. These include Topspin (for ¹H and ¹³C NMR analysis), ChemDraw for structure drawing, Origin for interpreting spectral and analytical data, and ImageJ for imaging analysis. Additionally, he is skilled in X-pert High Score and Vesta for crystallographic studies, as well as QuillBot and AI tools for academic writing enhancement.

Notable Publications📄

📄Facile synthesis route for visible active g-C₃N₅/MK30 nanocomposite and its computationally guided photocatalytic degradation of organic pollutants


Authors: Thangapandi Chellapandi, Gunabalan Madhumitha, Selvaraj Mohana Roopan, Ravichandran Manjupriya, Murugan Arunachalapandi, Kamalanathan Pouthika, Muthukani Elamathi

Journal: Separation and Purification Technology

Year: 2023

📄Ultrasound/visible light-mediated synthesis of N-heterocycles using g-C₃N₄/Cu₃TiO₄ as sonophotocatalyst

Authors: Murugan Arunachalapandi, Selvaraj Mohana Roopan

Journal: Research on Chemical Intermediates

Year: 2021

📄Environment Friendly g-C₃N₄-Based Catalysts and Their Recent Strategy in Organic Transformations

Authors: Murugan Arunachalapandi, Selvaraj Mohana Roopan

Journal: High Energy Chemistry

Year: 2022

📄Direct Z-Scheme g-C₃N₅/Cu₃TiO₄ Heterojunction Enhanced Photocatalytic Performance of Chromene-3-Carbonitriles Synthesis under Visible Light Irradiation

Authors: Murugan Arunachalapandi, Thangapandi Chellapandi, Gunabalan Madhumitha, Ravichandran Manjupriya, Kumar Aravindraj, Selvaraj Mohana Roopan

Journal: Catalysts

Year: 2022

📄Visible light-activated Cu₃TiO₄ photocatalyst for the one-pot multicomponent synthesis of imidazo-pyrimido acridines

Authors: Murugan Arunachalapandi, Selvaraj Mohana Roopan

Journal: Inorganic Chemistry Communications

Year: 2023