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🎓 Education Background

Mr. Chengbo Gu holds a Ph.D. and has an extensive academic background in pesticides and phytomedicine. He pursued his postdoctoral fellowship from August 2008 to May 2011 at ZHEJIANG Hisun Pharmaceutical Co. LTD, specializing in phytomedicine research. Prior to that, he earned his Ph.D. in Pesticide Sciences from China Agricultural University, Beijing (September 2003 – June 2006). His Master of Science (M.S.) in Pesticides was completed at Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin, China (September 2000 – June 2003). He laid his foundational knowledge with a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Agronomy from the same university (September 1995 – June 1999).

👨‍🏫 Professional Title & Research Interests

Currently serving as a Professor, Mr. Chengbo Gu specializes in Medicinal Plants and Phytomedicines as well as Pesticide Detection Technologies and Safety Evaluation. His research contributes significantly to agricultural safety and pharmaceutical advancements.

🏢 Working Experience

Since July 2006, Mr. Chengbo Gu has been actively working at the Key Laboratory of Forest Plant Ecology, Ministry of Education, Northeast Forestry University, Harbin, China. His role involves extensive research and innovation in plant ecology, pesticide applications, and phytomedicine advancements.

Notable Publications📝

📝6PPD-quinone degradation by unactivated peroxymonosulfate via direct oxidation and enhanced generation of 1O2

Authors: Haibin Yu, Nannan Wu, Zhenzhen Liu, Huiyu Zhao, Shanshan Di, Zhiwei Wang, Chengbo Gu, Xinquan Wang, Peipei Qi

Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal

Year: 2025

📝Study on the Enantioselective Separation, Dissipation, and Residue of Chiral Fenpropathrin in Vegetables by Supercritical Fluid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry (SFC-MS/MS)

Authors: Linnan Wang, Xinquan Wang, Hongyu Liu, Zhiwei Wang, Peipei Qi, Huiyu Zhao, Zhenzhen Liu, Chengbo Gu, Shanshan Di

Journal: Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry

Year: 2024

📝Fusarium solani G6, a novel vitexin-producing endophytic fungus: characterization, yield improvement and osteoblastic proliferation activity

Authors: Pei-jia Tang, Zhi-hui Zhang, Li-li Niu, Cheng-bo Gu, Wen-yi Zheng, Hai-chao Cui, Xiao-han Yuan

Journal: Biotechnology Letters

Year: 2021

📝Characterization, culture medium optimization and antioxidant activity of an endophytic vitexin-producing fungus Dichotomopilus funicola Y3 from pigeon pea [Cajanus cajan (L.) Millsp.]

Authors: C.B. Gu, H. Ma, W.J. Ning, L.L. Niu, H.Y. Han, X.H. Yuan, Y.J. Fu

Journal: Journal of Applied Microbiology

Year: 2018

Dr. Ziaurrehman Tanoli – Drug repurposing – Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Ziaurrehman Tanoli – Drug repurposing – Best Researcher Award

University of Helsinki, Finland

Author Profiles

🎓Educational Background

Dr. Tanoli completed his MS leading to PhD in Machine Learning at PIEAS and holds a Bachelor’s in Computer and Information Sciences from the same institution. In 2022, he was awarded the title of Docent in Pharmaceutical Chemistry by the University of Helsinki.

🏢Work Experience

Dr. Tanoli has an extensive academic background, with experience in several prestigious institutions. Currently, he holds a position as a Senior Researcher at FIMM, and has previously served as an Associate Professor at the University of Helsinki. His prior roles include postdoctoral positions at FIMM, University of Helsinki, and the University of Sannio, Italy. He has also served as an Assistant Professor at COMSATS University Islamabad in Pakistan.

🏆Achievements

Dr. Ziaurrehman Tanoli has established himself as an exceptional scientist, completing his PhD at the age of 27. His research has been widely recognized, with one of his most significant accomplishments being the publication of an article as the first author in Nature Reviews Drug Discovery (Impact Factor: 122). He co-organized the IDG-DREAM challenge, which was featured in Nature Communications in 2021. Dr. Tanoli also made notable strides in research challenges, such as winning the CTD2Pancancer Drug Activity Dream Challenge (CRM, 2022) and the CTD2Pancancer Chemosensitivity Dream Challenge (publication pending). His grant funding achievements include securing the AoF Project Funding (2022–2026) for €0.58M to support his project on drug repurposing and receiving a Young Researchers Grant (2023) from the Aaltonen Foundation for €37K. Furthermore, he has been awarded the MSCA SE EU Mobility Grant for €29K for the years 2025-2028.

🔬Research Expertise

Dr. Tanoli specializes in AI-driven drug discovery, focusing on a variety of areas such as attention-based models, large language models, and generative AI for software development. His expertise extends to target-based drug discovery and repurposing, where he developed methods for predicting drug-target interactions across 7 protein superfamilies. He has also made significant contributions to phenotypic drug discovery, including multi-omics-based drug response prediction and synergistic drug combination identification. Dr. Tanoli has published 27 articles in the last five years, with 13 of them as corresponding or first author. His work has also expanded into the development of drug repurposing pipelines and drug safety analysis models.

💡Research Grants & Projects

Throughout his career, Dr. Tanoli has secured numerous research grants and project funding for innovative drug discovery solutions. His projects span topics such as drug repurposing, AI models for drug discovery, and multi-omics analysis. The AoF Project (2022-2026) received €0.58M, and his other prestigious projects include the REMEDI4ALL EU Project (2022-2027) and EOSC-Life EU Project (2019-2023).

👩‍🏫Teaching & Supervision

With over 300 contact hours of teaching, Dr. Tanoli has actively contributed to educational development. He has taught various topics related to pharmaceutical chemistry, machine learning, and bioinformatics. His dedication to mentorship is also evident through his supervision of 3 PhD students, 4 research assistants, 2 software developers, and 1 postdoc.

Notable Publications📝

📝Computational drug repurposing: approaches, evaluation of in silico resources and case studies

- Authors: Ziaurrehman Tanoli, Adrià Fernández-Torras, Umut Onur Özcan, Aleksandr Kushnir, Kristen Michelle Nader, Yojana Gadiya, Laura Fiorenza, Aleksandr Ianevski, Markus Vähä-Koskela, Mitro Miihkinen et al.
- Journal: Nature Reviews Drug Discovery
- Year: 2025

📝Validation guidelines for drug-target prediction methods

- Authors: Ziaurrehman Tanoli, Aron Schulman, Tero Aittokallio
- Journal: Expert Opinion on Drug Discovery
- Year: 2025

📝Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence in Drug Repurposing—Challenges and Perspectives

- Authors: Ezequiel Anokian, Judith Bernett, Adrian Freeman, Markus List, Lucía Prieto Santamaría, Ziaurrehman Tanoli, Sarah Bonnin
- Journal: Drug Repurposing
- Year: 2024

📝PGxDB: An interactive web-platform for pharmacogenomics research

- Authors: Trinh Trung Duong Nguyen, Ziaurrehman Tanoli, Saad Hassan, Umut Özcan, Jimmy Caroli, Albert Kooistra, David Gloriam, Alexander Hauser
- Journal: Nucleic Acids Research
- Year: 2024

📝Attention-based approach to predict drug–target interactions across seven target superfamilies

- Authors: Aron Schulman, Juho Rousu, Tero Aittokallio, Ziaurrehman Tanoli, Xin Gao
- Journal: Bioinformatics
- Year: 2024

Mr. Shun Xing Zheng – Organic Coatings – Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Shun Xing Zheng – Organic Coatings – Best Researcher Award

Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, China

Author Profiles

🎓Academic Background

Mr. Shun Xing Zheng holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Chemistry from Shandong University. Since 1995, he has been dedicated to teaching organic coatings and conducting research on organic-inorganic hybrid materials at Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics.

🔬Research Focus

His research interests center around organic-inorganic hybrid materials, with a particular emphasis on organic coatings and their applications. Zheng has explored complex mixture systems and worked extensively on their rheology, aiming to improve coating formulations. His work focuses on developing methods that make these materials more efficient, sustainable, and easier to study.

💡Key Contributions and Achievements

Authorship of Textbooks

Zheng has authored three textbooks on organic coatings and finishing. These books address the teachable and learnable aspects of the field, helping to improve the understanding of coating technologies for both students and professionals.

Coatings Rheology Research

He has made significant contributions to the field of coatings rheology, providing detailed researchable methods for working with the complex mixture systems in organic coatings. This research aids in understanding how coatings behave under different conditions.

Critical Gelation Point (CGP) Discovery

One of Zheng’s most notable discoveries is the Critical Gelation Point (CGP) of SiO2 sols. He found that SiO2 sols below the CGP, when mixed with appropriate polymers, can create VOC-compliant hybrid coatings. This approach allows for the development of hybrid materials with extremely low organic solvent content, contributing to sustainable material development and reducing environmental impact.

Notable Publications📝

📝Issues of polymer used in coating, coating rheology and hybrid coatings

- Authors: Shun Xing Zheng
- Journal: Polymer Bulletin
- Year: 2025

📝 Correlations of rheological methods to coatings’ performance

- Authors: Shun Xing Zheng, Hua Shan Chen
- Journal: Progress in Organic Coatings
- Year: 2023

📝Influence of curing temperature on SiO₂/resole hybrid coating films

- Authors: Shun Xing Zheng
- Journal: Journal of Sol-Gel Science and Technology
- Year: 2022

📝Principles of organic coatings and finishing (Book)

- Authors: Shun Xing Zheng
- Publisher: Cambridge Scholars Publishing
- Year: 2020

📝Discovery of VOC-compliant TEOS sol and its application to SiO₂/novolac hybrid coatings

- Authors: Zheng, S.; Shen, C.; Alunbate, M.; Deng, J.; Wang, L.; Han, Z.; Tang, H.
- Journal: Progress in Organic Coatings
- Year: 2013

Dr. Uttam Pokharel – Coordination Chemistry – Chemistry Education Award

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Dr. Uttam Pokharel – Coordination Chemistry – Chemistry Education Award

University of Houston Clear Lake, United States

Author Profiles

🎓 Educational Background

Dr. Uttam Pokharel has pursued an extensive academic journey in chemistry, specializing in organic and organometallic chemistry. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY (2007 – 2012), where he conducted significant research in synthetic organic chemistry. Prior to that, he completed his Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Organic Chemistry from Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu, Nepal (1996 – 1998). To further enhance his research expertise, he undertook a Postdoctoral Research Fellowship at Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA (2012 – 2015), focusing on organometallic catalysis and reaction mechanisms.

🏆 Awards and Recognitions

Dr. Pokharel has been honored with multiple awards for his excellence in teaching and research. In 2023, he received the Presidential Award for Teaching Excellence at Nicholls State University, a prestigious recognition of his dedication to education. He was also honored with the Academic Award for Teaching Excellence from the College of Science and Technology at Nicholls State University in 2020. His contributions to research were acknowledged with the Patent Investigator Award from Louisiana State University in 2019. Additionally, he was an Outstanding Faculty Nominee to the Faculty Senate at Nicholls State University in 2018, and earlier in his career, he received the Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award from the University of Kentucky in 2012.

🎓Teaching Experience

Dr. Pokharel has an extensive teaching background, with experience at multiple prestigious institutions.

University of Houston – Clear Lake (2024 – Present)

As an Associate Professor, he teaches a wide range of chemistry courses, including Organic Chemistry I & II, General Chemistry Lab, Advanced Organic Chemistry, Synthetic Organic Chemistry, and Graduate Research courses.

Nicholls State University (2015 – 2024)

Dr. Pokharel served as an Associate Professor (2021–2024), Assistant Professor (2016–2021), and Visiting Assistant Professor (2015–2016). He taught various chemistry courses, such as General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry for Nursing, and Research Problems in Chemistry, among others.

University of Kentucky (2007 – 2012)

He began his teaching career as a Teaching Assistant in the Department of Chemistry, where he gained valuable experience instructing undergraduate students.

💰 Grants and Research Funding

Dr. Pokharel has been actively involved in securing research grants to advance his studies in organic and organometallic chemistry, catalysis, and ligand design. He has submitted a proposal to the American Chemical Society Petroleum Research Fund (ACS PRF) for research on Copper(II)-Mediated Oxidation of Nitrogen Heterocycles aimed at improving petroleum refining processes. He has also received a Faculty Research Support Fund from the University of Houston – Clear Lake (2025), amounting to $5,998, for studying ligand-centered redox reactions in ruthenium(II) complexes.

In addition, he secured $5,000 from the Louisiana Board of Regents (2023–2024) under the Supervised Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) program for research on α-Ferrocenyl Ketones for Anion Sensing. His efforts to improve laboratory facilities led to a $12,660 grant from Nicholls State University Tech Fee (2022) for acquiring a Gas Chromatogram for Organic Chemistry Laboratory. Other notable grants include a $4,900 Research Council grant (2020–2021) at Nicholls State University for work on Redox-driven Single Molecular Rotors from Ferrocene-linked Tetradentate Ligands, and a $21,600 grant from the Louisiana Board of Regents (2017–2018) for research on Organometallic Polyacenes for Opto-electronic Applications.

Notable Publications📝

📝Structural Rearrangement in Cyclic Cu(II) Pyridyltriazole Complexes: Oxidation of Dabco to Oxalate and CO2 Conversion to Carbonate

Authors: Uttam R. Pokharel, Frank R. Fronczek, Andrew W. Maverick

Journal: Molecules

Year: 2025

📝Lactonization of α-Ferrocenyl Ketocarboxylic Acids via Nucleophilic Attack of Carbonyl Oxygen

Authors: Uttam R. Pokharel, Brennan J. Curole, Autumn M. Andras, Brandon P. LeBlanc, Frank R. Fronczek

Journal: Crystals

Year: 2024

📝Synthesis and crystal structure of 1,1′-bis{[4-(pyridin-2-yl)-1,2,3-triazol-1-yl]methyl}ferrocene, and its complexation with CuI

Authors: Uttam Pokharel

Journal: Acta Crystallographica Section E Crystallographic Communications

Year: 2020

📝Metallosupramolecular helices constructed from nickel(II) and multidentate “click” triazole ligands

Authors: Uttam Pokharel

Journal: Polyhedron

Year: 2020

📝Synthesis and crystal structures of 2-(ferrocenylcarbonyl)benzoic acid and 3-ferrocenylphthalide

Authors: Uttam Pokharel

Journal: Acta Crystallographica Section E Crystallographic Communications

Year: 2020

Dr. Md. Shahadat Hossain – Solution Chemistry – Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Md. Shahadat Hossain – Solution Chemistry – Best Researcher Award

Comilla University, Bangladesh

Author Profile

🎓Educational Qualifications

Dr. Md. Shahadat Hossain has an extensive academic background, having earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from Wuhan University of Technology, China, in 2020. His research focused on Catalytic Water Splitting, and his thesis was titled Design, Synthesis, and Catalytic Water Splitting Performance of Macrocyclic Non-Precious Metal Complexes. He was recognized as the Best Graduate of 2020 for his exemplary academic performance. Prior to his PhD, Dr. Hossain completed his Master of Science in Physical Chemistry from Chittagong University, where he earned the top spot in his class with a GPA of 3.88, and his Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) from the same university, where he also secured the first position with a CGPA of 3.72.

💼Professional Experience

Dr. Hossain has held several academic positions, demonstrating a strong commitment to teaching and research. He is currently serving as an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Comilla University, Bangladesh, since November 2020. Prior to that, he served as an Assistant Professor from 2014 to 2020 and a Lecturer from 2011 to 2014 at the same institution. He has also taught at Primeasia University in Dhaka, Bangladesh, earlier in his career.

🔬Research Focus

Dr. Hossain’s primary research interests lie in Catalysis, Catalytic Water Splitting, and Electrochemistry. His research includes areas such as acid-base catalysis, enzyme catalysis, and electrochemical analysis. He is also involved in the synthesis and characterization of macrocyclic ligands and organometallic compounds, as well as exploring solution chemistry and CO2 fixation.

🏆Scholarships & Fellowships

Dr. Hossain has been the recipient of numerous prestigious awards throughout his academic journey. Notably, he was awarded the Best Graduate Award in 2020 from Wuhan University of Technology, where he also received the Best Article Award for multiple academic years. His achievements have been supported by various scholarships, including the CSC Scholarship from the Chinese Government for his PhD study, and the D.P.I. Scholarship for his outstanding performance in his Master’s and Bachelor’s programs. He has also been honored with several stipends for his exceptional academic results, including the Comilla Zillah Foundation Scholarship and Brihattar Comilla Zillah Association Scholarship.

📚Academic and Professional Memberships

Dr. Hossain is an active member of several renowned scientific organizations. He holds a General Membership with the American Chemical Society (ACS) and the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC). Additionally, he is a Lifetime Member of the Bangladesh Chemical Society (BCS), reflecting his long-standing commitment to the field of chemistry.

Notable Publications📝

📝Polymers for extrusion-based 3D printing of pharmaceuticals: A holistic materials–process perspective

Authors: Mohammad A Azad, Deborah Olawuni, Georgia Kimbell, Abu Zayed Md Badruddoza, Md Shahadat Hossain, Tasnim Sultana

Journal: Pharmaceutics

Year: 2020

📝Highly active dinuclear cobalt complexes for solvent-free cycloaddition of CO₂ to epoxides at ambient pressure

Authors: Zafar AK Khattak, Hussein A Younus, Nazir Ahmad, Habib Ullah, Suleman Suleman, Md Shahadat Hossain, Mirella Elkadi, Francis Verpoort

Journal: Chemical Communications

Year: 2019

📝cyanocobalamin (vitamin B₁₂) as a homogeneous electrocatalyst for water oxidation under neutral conditions

Authors: Hossain M Shahadat, Hussein A Younus, Nazir Ahmad, Shiguo Zhang, Serge Zhuiykov, Francis Verpoort

Journal: Chemical Communications

Year: 2020

📝Homogeneous electrochemical water oxidation by a nickel(II) complex based on a macrocyclic N-heterocyclic carbene/pyridine hybrid ligand

Authors: Hossain M. Shahadat, Hussein A. Younus, Nazir Ahmad, Md. Abdur Rahaman, Zafar A. K. Khattak, Serge Zhuiykov, Francis Verpoort

Journal: Catalysis Science & Technology

Year: 2019

📝Synthesis of 3D Cadmium(II)-Carboxylate Framework Having Potential for Co-Catalyst Free CO₂ Fixation to Cyclic Carbonates

Authors: Zafar AK Khattak, Nazir Ahmad, Hussein A Younus, Habib Ullah, Baoyi Yu, Khurram S Munawar, Muhammad Ashfaq, Sher Ali, Hossain M Shahadat, Francis Verpoort

Journal: Inorganics

Year: 2022

Dr. Jagdish Kumar – Environmental Analytical Chemistry – Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Jagdish Kumar – Environmental Analytical Chemistry – Best Researcher Award

Shriram Institute for Industrial Research, India

Author Profile

🎓Academic and Professional Journey

Dr. Jagdish Kumar is a distinguished environmental scientist with a Ph.D. in Chemistry, a Fellow of the Indian Chemical Society (FIC), and a Chartered Chemist. With an extensive career spanning 39 years, he has made remarkable contributions to environmental sustainability, pollution control, and waste management. His expertise covers diverse areas, including solid and hazardous waste management, air and water pollution control, landfill gas assessment, resource recovery, and climate change mitigation. Over the years, Dr. Kumar has played a crucial role in shaping environmental policies and implementing sustainable solutions to combat pollution.

🌍Expertise in Pollution Control and Waste Management

Dr. Kumar has established himself as an expert in environmental risk assessment, cleaner production techniques, and process control audits. His work focuses on tackling critical environmental challenges such as pollutant dispersion modeling, landfill site selection, carbon footprint reduction, and sustainable waste disposal strategies. As an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Coordinator and Functional Area Expert (FAE) accredited by the Quality Council of India (QCI) and the National Accreditation Board for Education and Training (NABET), he has assessed numerous industrial and infrastructural projects, ensuring they meet national and global environmental standards.

📜Regulatory and Technical Committee Contributions

As a key figure in environmental governance, Dr. Kumar serves on various technical committees of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). He has been actively involved in the formulation of national standards for industrial water quality, chemical hazards, and environmental safety regulations. Additionally, he has been nominated multiple times as a Government Analyst under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, by the Ministry of Environment, Forests & Climate Change (MoEF&CC), Government of India. His expertise has been sought after in shaping environmental regulations and ensuring their effective implementation.

🏆Accreditations and Professional Certifications

Dr. Kumar is an Approved Functional Area Expert (FAE) by QCI/NABET, specializing in solid and hazardous waste management, water pollution control, meteorology, air quality modeling, and risk management. As an Approved EIA Coordinator, he has led numerous environmental impact assessments for projects in oil and gas transportation, special economic zones (SEZs), hazardous chemical storage, and industrial emissions control. His contributions have been pivotal in ensuring industrial projects align with sustainability and environmental safety norms.

🔬Research Contributions and Environmental Innovations

Dr. Kumar’s research is focused on finding innovative solutions for environmental sustainability. His work includes pollutant dispersion modeling, air pollution control, water quality assessment, and climate change adaptation. He has been instrumental in advancing resource recovery techniques, landfill gas potential assessments, and disaster management planning. His research has significantly contributed to reducing environmental footprints and promoting circular economy principles.

🌐Professional Memberships and International Collaborations

Dr. Kumar is a Life Member of the Indian Society of Remote Sensing & Geomatics (ISRO) and a key contributor to international organizations like the Water Supply & Sanitation Collaborative Council (WSSCC), Geneva. Through these affiliations, he collaborates with global experts on sustainable waste management, water conservation, and environmental governance. His expertise has been recognized on both national and international platforms, making him a sought-after consultant in environmental policy and regulation.

Notable Publications📝

📝Arsenic contamination in groundwater – hotspots discovered through GIS model during recent survey in Bihar and U.P.

Authors: Jagdish Kumar, Manish Wasuja, A Gupta, V.K. Verma, R.K. Khandal

Journal: Sustainable Management of Water Resources: Emerging Science and Technology Issues in South Asia (Book)

Year: 2009

📝A reliable model to strengthen community-based water quality monitoring and surveillance via field test kits

Authors: Jagdish Kumar, Aarti Garg, Gaurav, Vivek Narayan Singh, Mukul Das

Journal: Scientific Reports

Year: 2025

📝Strengthening Water Quality Testing and Remediation System – Role of Training and Capacity Building

Authors: Jagdish Kumar, Vivek Narayan Singh, Mukul Das

Journal: Jal Jeevan Samvad

Year: 2024

📝Significance of Quantitative Risk Assessment and Onsite Emergency Plan for Chemical Industries (Part-2)

Authors: V.K. Verma, Jagdish Kumar

Journal: ENVIRO ANNOTATIONS

Year: 2020

📝Management and hygienization of municipal sewage sludge- existing practices and future potential for radiation processing technology

Authors: J. George, S. Rajput, Jagdish Kumar, D.S. Chatterjee, Mukesh Garg, V.K. Verma, R.K. Khandal

Journal: Radiation Processing Technology Applications (Book)

Year: 2010

Dr. Mudasir Ahmad – carbon fibers – Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Mudasir Ahmad – carbon fibers – Best Researcher Award

Northwestern Polytechnical University, China

Author Profiles

🎓Educational Background

Dr. Mudasir Ahmad has established a strong academic foundation in chemistry, specializing in environmental and sustainable research. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry from Jamia Millia Islamia, India (2013-2018), following his M.Phil. in Chemistry from Bundelkhand University, India (2011-2012). Prior to that, he completed his M.Sc. in Chemistry at Barkatullah Vishwavidyalaya, India (2009-2011) and his B.Sc. in Chemistry at Kashmir University, India (2006-2009). His educational journey has equipped him with in-depth knowledge of chemical sciences, environmental sustainability, and pollution control.

🏛️Professional Experience

Dr. Ahmad’s career spans academia and research institutions, where he has made notable contributions to the field of environmental chemistry. Currently, he serves as an Associate Professor at Northwestern Polytechnical University, China (since October 2022), where he leads research in waste management and energy sustainability. Previously, he worked as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the same university (2018-2022), focusing on environmental and energy-related challenges. His earlier roles include Assistant Professor at Jammu University, India (August 2018 – October 2018) and Lecturer in Chemistry at School Education India (March 2013 – August 2013). Through these positions, he has significantly contributed to scientific research while mentoring aspiring chemists.

🔬Research Expertise and Focus Areas

Dr. Ahmad’s research is centered around environmental chemistry, sustainable technologies, and resource recovery. His main research areas include:

Environmental Technologies and Pollution Control

Dr. Ahmad specializes in wastewater treatment for industrial refineries and urban wastewater systems. His research explores advanced treatment technologies to improve water purification and pollution mitigation.

Energy and Environmental Sustainability

His work in uranium extraction from seawater and microwave absorption technologies aims to enhance energy sustainability. These innovative studies contribute to clean energy development and efficient resource utilization.

Electronic Waste (E-Waste) Recycling

Dr. Ahmad is actively engaged in precious metal recovery from e-waste, a crucial step in reducing environmental hazards and promoting sustainable waste management. His research helps in creating efficient circular economy models for electronic waste disposal.

🏆Awards and Recognitions

Dr. Mudasir Ahmad’s remarkable contributions to environmental science and sustainable chemistry have been acknowledged with several prestigious awards. In 2017, he received the Best Innovation Award at TERI University, presented by USAID, for his groundbreaking research in environmental sustainability and pollution control technologies. His dedication to advanced research earned him the Senior Research Fellow Award in the same year, conferred by the University Grants Commission of India (UGC), recognizing his excellence in scientific research and innovation. Additionally, in 2014, he was honored as a Basic Science Research Fellow by UGC India, acknowledging his significant contributions to fundamental scientific research and its applications in environmental chemistry. These accolades reflect his commitment to pioneering research and developing sustainable solutions for global environmental challenges.

Notable Publications📝

📝Two-step spin transition around room temperature in a FeIII complex

Authors: Jianfeng Wu, Mengtao Li, Qianqian Yang, Baoliang Zhang, Jinkui Tang

Journal: Dalton Transactions

Year: 2025

📝Strategically coupled tungsten oxide-zinc oxide photosystems for solar-driven nerve agent simulant degradation and hydrogen evolution

Authors: Idrees Khan, Muhammad Rizwan Tariq, Mudasir Ahmad, Ibrahim Khan, Baoliang Zhang

Journal: Separation and Purification Technology

Year: 2025

📝Thickness-controlled HsGDY/N-doped double-shell hollow carbon tubes for broadband high-performance microwave absorption

Authors: Fangrong Zhang, Lei Zhang, Jiqi Wang, Baoliang Zhang

Journal: Carbon

Year: 2025

📝Ordered Mesoporous Multishell Composite Microspheres with Controlled Loading of Magnetic Particles for Enhanced Electromagnetic Wave Absorption Performance

Authors: Zeyu Liu, Qingyan Li, Kehan Zhao, Shipeng Wang, Mudasir Ahmad, Lei Zhang, Baoliang Zhang

Journal: Industrial & Engineering Chemistry Research

Year: 2025

📝Fine-Tuning the Anisotropies of Air-Stable Single-Molecule Magnets Based on Macrocycle Ligands

Authors: Jianfeng Wu, Jingsong Li, Qianqian Yang, Dan Liu, Jinkui Tang, Baoliang Zhang

Journal: Inorganic Chemistry

Year: 2025

Mr. Friday Ebere – Geochemistry – Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Friday Ebere – Geochemistry – Best Researcher Award

University of North Dakota, United States

Author Profiles

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🎓 Educational Background

Mr. Friday Ebere is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Petroleum Engineering at the University of North Dakota (Grand Forks, ND), with an anticipated graduation date in May 2025. Prior to this, he earned his Master’s degree (M.Eng.) in Petroleum & Gas Engineering from the University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria (2016-2019). He also holds a Bachelor’s degree (B.Sc.) in Petroleum Engineering from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria (2008-2014). These educational experiences have provided Mr. Ebere with a strong foundation in petroleum engineering and gas systems.

💼 Relevant Work Experience

Mr. Ebere has accumulated a wealth of practical experience throughout his career. He is currently working as a Graduate Research Assistant at the Energy and Environmental Research Center (EERC), where he is involved in innovative energy systems research with a focus on carbon capture and storage technologies. Alongside this role, he is also a Graduate Teaching Assistant in the UND Department of Energy & Petroleum Engineering, where he assists with teaching undergraduate and graduate courses related to petroleum engineering. Previously, Mr. Ebere held the position of Energy Hawk Research Intern at EERC, gaining hands-on experience in energy transition projects and conducting policy analysis for sustainable energy development. He also served as a Petroleum & Natural Gas Engineering Consultant for Eberoil Nigeria Limited, where he provided expertise in enhanced oil recovery and reservoir optimization. In addition, he worked as a Petroleum Engineer at Ezeigwe Oil and Gas Nigeria Limited, focusing on well testing and field development strategies. Mr. Ebere has also been involved in leadership and business development roles, such as serving as a Business Development Manager for Linear Isotherm Energy Resources Limited and as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at Niger State Polytechnic, Zungeru. Furthermore, he contributed to research efforts as an Adhoc Research Assistant at the Centre for Petroleum, Energy, Economics and Law at the University of Ibadan.

🏆 Awards & Scholarships

Throughout his academic journey, Mr. Ebere has been recognized for his outstanding achievements. He has received the UND Graduate Teaching Assistantship and UND Graduate Research Assistantship (both 2022-present). In 2023, he was honored with the Petroleum Engineering Hess Leadership Scholarship for his leadership potential. Additionally, he was selected for the UND School of Graduate Studies – Mentors Helping Mentors program in 2024, further solidifying his commitment to academic excellence. Mr. Ebere was also recognized as a UND Customer Experience Advisor in 2024 for his exemplary service in this capacity.

🛢 Recent CCUS Certification

In addition to his academic and professional pursuits, Mr. Ebere has recently earned several certifications. He completed the Whole Value Chain Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) certification in 2022, which equipped him with crucial knowledge in carbon management technologies. He also holds certifications in Adult First Aid/CPR/AED (2024) and the UND School of Graduate Studies – Mentors Helping Mentors program (2024), which reflect his commitment to both professional growth and community service.

💻 Recent IT Certifications

To stay ahead in the ever-evolving tech landscape, Mr. Ebere has pursued and earned the AWS Cloud Practitioner certification in 2024. This certification has expanded his skills in cloud computing, which is increasingly relevant in the energy sector.

🖥 Computer Skills

Mr. Ebere is proficient in several specialized software tools essential for petroleum engineering, including CMG Software, Eclipse Reservoir Simulation Software, and Kappa Software. He is also skilled in geochemistry modeling with tools like Geochemist Workbench and PHREEQC software. Additionally, Mr. Ebere has expertise in data analysis through Jupyter Notebook, Orange, and R Software, and is adept with Microsoft Office Suite for general productivity tasks. His comprehensive technical skill set supports his work in reservoir engineering, seismic data analysis, and energy research.

Notable Publications📄

📄Geo-mechanical characterization of a well to store hydrogen

Authors: RE Josephs, J Porlles, OS Tomomewo, E Gyimah, F Ebere

Journal: ARMA US Rock Mechanics/Geomechanics Symposium

Year: 2023

📄Prediction of oilfield scale formation using artificial neural network (ANN)

Authors: OA Falode, C Udomboso, F Ebere

Journal: SCIENCEDOMAIN International

Year: 2016

📄Unlocking underground hydrogen storage potential: Geochemical characterization of North Dakota’s geological formation

Authors: Friday Obuzor Ebere, Hadi Jabbari

Journal: International Journal of Hydrogen Energy

Year: 2024

📄Geochemical Characterization and Implications for Underground Hydrogen Storage: a Case Study in North Dakota’s Geological Formation

Authors: F Ebere, H Jabbari

Journal: Fifth EAGE Global Energy Transition Conference & Exhibition (GET 2024)

Year: 2024

📄The Bakken and Three Forks Formations Daily Crude Oil Production per Well Prediction Based on Support Vector Regression

Authors: Ebere F, Minou R, Hui P, Vamegh R, Fadairo A, Adu-Mensah D, Abderraouf C

Journal: Petroleum & Petrochemical Engineering Journal

Year: 2022

Assist. Prof. Dr. Alessandro Ruffoni – Photochemistry – Organic Chemistry Discovery Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Alessandro Ruffoni – Photochemistry – Organic Chemistry Discovery Award

Kiel University, Germany

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