Prof Dr. Sandile Phinda Songca, Bioinorganic Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

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Prof Dr. Sandile Phinda Songca, Bioinorganic Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Sandile Phinda Songca, University of Zululand, South Africa

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Summary 🌟

  • An accomplished academic administrator with a focus on teaching, learning, and research. Over 15 years of leadership experience in higher education, committed to transforming academic environments through strategic initiatives.

Education 🎓

  • B.Sc. in Science Education
  • M.Sc. in Laboratory Science Teaching
  • Ph.D. in Education Technology

Professional Experience 💼

  • Executive Dean, Faculty of Science at Medunsa and WSU
  • Deputy Vice Chancellor Academic at Walter Sisulu University
  • Deputy Vice Chancellor Teaching and Learning at University of KwaZulu-Natal
  • Chairperson of the Board of University Extended Learning at UKZN

Research Interests 🔬

  • Laboratory Science Teaching
  • Blended Learning & Educational Technology
  • Open Distance E-Learning (ODEL)
  • Community Engagement & Quality Management

Skills and Experiences 🛠️

  • Computing & IT: Proficient in Windows and Mac environments, desktop publishing, and virtual meeting technologies.
  • Public Speaking: Experienced in presenting, teaching, and engaging diverse audiences using multimedia tools.
  • Administrative Leadership: Skilled in organizing and chairing strategic meetings, utilizing various communication platforms.
  • Human Resource Management: Extensive experience in recruitment, performance management, and staff development.
  • Remote Communication: Effective in managing virtual teams and fostering collaboration through digital tools.

Key Achievements 🏆

  • Attracted over R150 million in research funding from various national and international organizations.
  • Prolific author with numerous publications, including books, journal articles, and conference presentations.
  • Reviewed over 30 research proposals for the National Research Foundation and numerous journal articles.

Leadership & Community Engagement 🤝

  • Led institutional quality assurance and served on national committees to promote educational standards.
  • Launched initiatives to enhance student residences and alumni relations, strengthening university-community ties.

Publication Top Noted📝

  • Article: Applications of Nanozymology in the Detection and Identification of Viral, Bacterial and Fungal Pathogens
    • Authors: Songca, S.P.
    • Journal: International Journal of Molecular Sciences
    • Volume: 23
    • Issue: 9
    • Pages: 4638
    • Year: 2022
  • Article: Applications of Antimicrobial Photodynamic Therapy against Bacterial Biofilms
    • Authors: Songca, S.P., Adjei, Y.
    • Journal: International Journal of Molecular Sciences
    • Volume: 23
    • Issue: 6
    • Pages: 3209
    • Year: 2022
  • Article: Photodynamic Therapy and Antibacterial Activities of a Novel Synthesized Quaternary Zn-Cu-In-S/ZnS QDs-mTHPP Porphyrin Conjugate
    • Authors: Tsolekile, N., Parani, S., de Macedo, E.F., Tada, D.B., Oluwafemi, O.S.
    • Journal: International Journal of Nanomedicine
    • Volume: 17
    • Pages: 5315–5325
    • Year: 2022
  • Article: Phylogenetic analysis of carbapenem-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii isolated from different sources using Multilocus Sequence Typing Scheme
    • Authors: Adjei, A.Y., Vasaikar, S.D., Apalata, T., Okuthe, E.G., Songca, S.P.
    • Journal: Infection, Genetics and Evolution
    • Volume: 96
    • Pages: 105132
    • Year: 2021
  • Article: Synthesis of nir-ii absorbing gelatin stabilized gold nanorods and its photothermal therapy application against fibroblast histiocytoma cells
    • Authors: Oladipo, A., Lebepe, T.C., Parani, S., Kodama, T., Oluwafemi, O.S.
    • Journal: Pharmaceuticals
    • Volume: 14
    • Issue: 11
    • Pages: 1137
    • Year: 2021

Prof. Subrato Bhattacharya, Inorganic Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Subrato Bhattacharya, Inorganic Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Professor at Banaras Hindu University, India

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  • Dr. Subrato Bhattacharya is a distinguished professor in Inorganic Chemistry at Banaras Hindu University, recognized for his contributions to synthetic and structural chemistry.

Education 🎓

  • B.Sc. (Hons) in Chemistry – Banaras Hindu University
  • M.Sc. in Chemistry – Banaras Hindu University
  • Ph.D. in Structural Inorganic Chemistry – Banaras Hindu University (1994)

Professional Experience 💼

  • Lecturer – Sant Longowal Institute of Engineering & Technology, Punjab (1994-2004)
  • Professor – Banaras Hindu University (2004-Present)
  • Full Professor – Banaras Hindu University (2011-Present)

Research Interests 🔬

  • Synthetic and Structural Chemistry
  • Chemistry of Materials

Publication Top Noted

  • Article: Synthesis, crystal structures, and theoretical studies on bio-pertinent disulfides derived from methyl thiosalicylate and furan-2-thiocarboxylic acid and their interaction with native human lysozymes
    • Authors: Kumar, K., Vishwkarma, A.K., Pratap, R., Sharma, R., Bhattacharya, S.
    • Journal: Chemical Papers
    • Volume: 78
    • Issue: 6
    • Pages: 3721–3733
    • Year: 2024
  • Article: Boron-Salphen Conjugate based Molecular Probe Exhibiting Fluorescence On-Off-On Response in Detection of Cu2+ and ATP through Displacement Approach
    • Authors: Bhandari, R., Rai, R., Kaleem, M., Bhattacharya, S., Misra, A.
    • Journal: Chemistry – An Asian Journal
    • Year: 2024
  • Article: Synthesis and structural features of indium(iii) furan-2-thiocarboxylates showing efficient catalytic activity toward multicomponent reactions via Knoevenagel condensation
    • Authors: Kumar, K., Kumar Sahani, R., Garai, S., Bhattacharya, S.
    • Journal: Dalton Transactions
    • Volume: 52
    • Issue: 46
    • Pages: 17499–17513
    • Year: 2023
  • Article: Nickel(II) carbothioate complex incorporated graphene oxide-polyvinylidene fluoride ternary composite film: Preparation, structural features, dielectric, and electrical characteristics
    • Authors: Kumar, K., Moharana, S., Shrivastav, A., Bhattacharya, S.
    • Journal: Journal of Chemical Sciences
    • Volume: 135
    • Issue: 3
    • Pages: 96
    • Year: 2023
  • Article: Glycosyl Triazole Based Pyridinamide/CuI-Catalyzed Coupling of 2-Halobenzamides with Active Methylene Compounds
    • Authors: Singh, S.K., Kumar, S., Yadav, M.S., Bhattacharya, S., Tiwari, V.K.
    • Journal: Synthesis (Germany)
    • Volume: 56
    • Issue: 6
    • Pages: 975–988
    • Year: 2023

Dr. Satish Kumar Singh, Organic Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Satish Kumar Singh, Organic Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Department of Chemistry, Government College Daman, India

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  • Dr. Satish Kumar Singh is an accomplished Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Government College Daman, affiliated with Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat, India. With a strong background in Synthetic Organic Chemistry and Green Chemistry, his research focuses on microwave-assisted synthesis, visible-light-induced reactions, and the development of biologically important compounds. He has been recognized with the Young Scientist Award by SERB, New Delhi, in 2015.

Education 🎓

  • Ph.D. in Chemistry
    Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India (2010)
    Supervisor: Prof. K. N. Singh

Professional Experience 💼

  • Assistant Professor
    Central University of Jharkhand, India (2012-2016)
  • Assistant Professor
    Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Institute of Technology (DBRAIT), Port Blair, India (2016-2019)
  • Assistant Professor and Head
    Department of Chemistry, Government College Daman, affiliated with Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat, India (2019-present)

Research Interests 🔬

  • Synthetic Organic Chemistry
    Developing new methodologies for the synthesis of complex organic molecules.
  • Green Chemistry
    Focusing on environmentally friendly chemical processes and sustainable practices.
  • Visible-Light Induced Reactions
    Exploring photocatalytic methods for organic transformations.

Publication Top Noted📚 

  • Article: Catalytic pyrolysis of Argemone mexicana seeds over synthesized TiO2 nanoparticles to produce renewable fuels
    • Authors: Pandey, S.P., Singh, S.K., Panda, A.K., Mandal, S., Kumar, S.
    • Journal: Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments
    • Volume: 56
    • Pages: 103091
    • Year: 2023
  • Article: A direct metal-free decarboxylative sulfono functionalization (DSF) of cinnamic acids to α,β-unsaturated phenyl sulfones
    • Authors: Singh, R., Allam, B.K., Singh, N., Singh, S.K., Singh, K.N.
    • Journal: Organic Letters
    • Volume: 17
    • Issue: 11
    • Pages: 2656–2659
    • Year: 2015
  • Article: Eco-friendly and ingenious multicomponent synthesis of N-arylquinolines using DABCO/TEAB in water
    • Authors: Singh, S.K., Jena, S.
    • Journal: Indian Journal of Chemistry – Section B Organic and Medicinal Chemistry
    • Volume: 54B
    • Issue: 6
    • Pages: 821–824
    • Year: 2015
  • Article: Nickel-catalyzed C-S bond formation: Synthesis of aryl sulfides from arylsulfonyl hydrazides and boronic acids
    • Authors: Singh, R., Allam, B.K., Singh, N., Singh, S.K., Singh, K.N.
    • Journal: Advanced Synthesis and Catalysis
    • Volume: 357
    • Issue: 6
    • Pages: 1181–1186
    • Year: 2015
  • Article: An efficient L-proline catalyzed four-component synthesis of β-acetamido ketones and esters
    • Authors: Singh, N., Singh, S.K., Singh, K.N.
    • Journal: Indian Journal of Chemistry – Section B Organic and Medicinal Chemistry
    • Volume: 52
    • Issue: 7
    • Pages: 915–921
    • Year: 2013

Dr. Himanshu Bajpai, Catalysis, Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Himanshu Bajpai, Catalysis, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory, India

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Dr. Himanshu Bajpai is a dedicated researcher specializing in the design, synthesis, and characterization of heterogeneous catalysts for photo and electrochemical applications. With a robust background in reactor design and device fabrication, he brings a wealth of experience from prestigious institutions such as CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory and CSIR-Indian Institute of Petroleum. Dr. Bajpai’s research focuses on advancing solar-driven photocatalysis for hydrogen and value-added products generation.

Education 🎓

  • Ph.D. in Chemistry (2017-2023), CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory, Pune, Maharashtra, India.
    Thesis: “Solar Light Driven Photocatalysis for Hydrogen and Value-added Products Generation”
  • M.Sc. in Chemistry (2015), Swami Ram Teertha Campus, Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Central University, Garhwal, Uttarakhand, India.
  • B.Sc. (2012), Bappa Sri Narayan Vocational Post Graduate College, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India.

Professional Experience 💼

  • Senior Project Associate
    CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory (Oct 2023 – Present)
    Project: Photocatalyst device development for large-scale solar conversion of CO2 + H2O to value-added products.
  • Research Assistant
    CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory (Sep 2022 – Mar 2023)
    Project: Preparation, Evaluation, and Supply of Li-LSX and Ca-LSX Zeolite Granules for Oxygen Enrichment.
  • Research Assistant
    CSIR-Indian Institute of Petroleum (Aug 2016 – Jun 2017)
    Project: Evaluation of Dewaxing.

Research Interests 🔬

  • Heterogeneous Catalysis: Design and characterization of catalysts for photo and electrochemical applications.
  • Photocatalysis: Developing photocatalysts for hydrogen production and value-added products generation.
  • Reactor Design: Innovative designs for photocatalytic and electrocatalytic applications.
  • Device Fabrication: Thin film device fabrication for large-scale applications.
  • Instrument Proficiency: Skilled in handling GC, HPLC, SILAR, spin coater, PL, TCSPC, XRD, Gamry/Biologic potentiostat, BET, TPD, and reactors.

Skills 🛠️

  • Design, synthesis, and characterization of heterogeneous catalysts.
  • Device fabrication and reactor design.
  • Proficient in using graphic software like Adobe Illustrator, Blender, Adobe Photoshop, Image J, Paint 3D.
  • Strong communication, problem-solving, and collaborative skills.
  • Experienced in maintaining lab instruments, writing scientific papers, and managing multiple tasks.

Academic Achievements 🏆

  • 2021: NCL-RF Keerthi Sangoram Memorial Endowment Award for Best Research Scholar of the Year (Catalysis)
  • 2020: Best Oral Presentation Award, National Conference on Emerging Trends in Chemical and Material Sciences, Shivaji University, Kolhapur

Publication Top Noted📝

  • Article: Design of Bi-functional mixed oxide electrodes for selective oxidative C-C cleavage of glycerol to formate and synchronized green hydrogen production
    • Authors: Saha, A., Murugiah, V., Ranjan, R., Saha, A., Gopinath, C.S.
    • Journal: Sustainable Energy and Fuels
    • Volume: 8
    • Issue: 13
    • Pages: 2954–2968
    • Year: 2024
  • Article: Electrocatalytic Glycerol Conversion: A Low-Voltage Pathway to Efficient Carbon-Negative Green Hydrogen and Value-Added Chemical Production
    • Authors: Chauhan, I., Bajpai, H., Ray, B., Patra, K.K., Gopinath, C.S.
    • Journal: ACS Applied Materials and Interfaces
    • Volume: 16
    • Issue: 20
    • Pages: 26130–26141
    • Year: 2024
  • Article: A baby step in assembling and integrating the components of an artificial photosynthesis device with forced heterojunctions towards improved efficiency
    • Authors: Salgaonkar, K.N., Bajpai, H., Mhamane, N.B., Joshi, K., Gopinath, C.S.
    • Journal: Journal of Materials Chemistry A
    • Volume: 11
    • Issue: 28
    • Pages: 15168–15182
    • Year: 2023
  • Article: Biomass components toward H2 and value-added products by sunlight-driven photocatalysis with electronically integrated Auδ−-TiO2: concurrent utilization of electrons and holes
    • Authors: Bajpai, H., Chauhan, I., Salgaonkar, K.N., Mhamane, N.B., Gopinath, C.S.
    • Journal: RSC Sustainability
    • Volume: 1
    • Issue: 3
    • Pages: 481–493
    • Year: 2023
  • Article: Nanostructured Co-doped BiVO4 for efficient and sustainable photoelectrochemical chlorine evolution from simulated sea-water
    • Authors: Chauhan, I., Patra, K.K., Bajpai, H., Salgaonkar, K.N., Gopinath, C.S.
    • Journal: Dalton Transactions
    • Volume: 52
    • Issue: 7
    • Pages: 2051–2061
    • Year: 2023

Dr. Mohammad Alkaseem, Catalysis, Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Mohammad Alkaseem, Catalysis, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at owlstone medical, United Kingdom

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  • Dr. Mohammad Alkaseem is a dedicated research scientist specializing in analytical chemistry. Despite facing significant physical challenges due to the amputation of his left hand, left foot, and two small fingers on his right hand, Mohammad has demonstrated exceptional problem-solving skills, adaptability, and determination. His journey is marked by perseverance and a unique perspective, which he brings to all his professional endeavors.

Education 🎓

  • PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Food Control, University of Damascus, Syria (2010-2015, First Class)
  • MSc in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Food Control, University of Damascus, Syria (2005-2007, Distinction Class)
  • Diploma in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Food Control, University of Damascus, Syria (2000-2001, First Class)
  • BSc in Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Chemistry, University of Damascus, Syria (1993-1998, Second Upper)

Professional Experience💼

  • 🧪 Senior Research and Analytical Scientist
  • Owlstone Medical, Cambridge (02/2022 – Present)
    • Developed and optimized analytical methods for biomarker discovery.
    • Conducted method validation and experimental design.
    • Provided technical support and trained R&D team members.
  • 📚 Lecturer of Analytical Chemistry
  • School of Chemistry, Lincoln University (02/2021 – 02/2022, Part-Time)
    • Taught and led the Analytical Chemistry module in Forensic Science.
    • Supervised student projects and marked coursework.
  • 🔬 Postdoctoral Research Assistant
  • School of Chemistry, Lincoln University (08/2019 – 02/2021, Full-Time; Part-Time thereafter)
    • Developed SPME-HS-GCMS methods for VOC analysis.
    • Validated STA-GC-MS and SPME-HS-GCMS methods.
  • 🖥️ Research Fellow
  • School of Computer Science, Lincoln University (08/2018 – Present, Part-Time; Full-Time from 12/2018 – 08/2019)
    • Conducted SPME-GC-MS analysis of VOCs and participated in data analysis.
  • 🌟 Volunteer
  • Cara (Council for At-Risk Academics) (08/2016 – Present)
    • Supported Syrian academics in exile and contributed to strategic development in academic skills.
  • 💼 Visiting Researcher
  • School of Chemistry, Lincoln University (04/2018 – 02/2019)
    • Conducted Raman spectroscopy and nanoparticle characterization.
  • 🌾 Research Chemist
  • Crop Intellect Co, Lincoln, UK (10/2017 – 10/2018, Part-Time)
    • Developed agri-tech solutions and performed analytical analysis.
  • 📊 Scientific Consultant
  • Makki – Kekhia Company (01/2008 – 02/2016)
    • Developed new product formulas and conducted contamination analysis.

Research Interests🔍

  • Analytical Techniques: TD-GC-MS, SIFT-MS, SPME-HS-GCMS, STA-GC-MS, Raman Spectroscopy, HPLC 🧪
  • Data Analysis & Processing: Proficient in Chromeleon, TurboMass, MassHunter, GCsolution 📈
  • Experimental Design & Method Validation: Extensive experience in designing experiments and validating methods 🧬

Skills 🛠️

  • Technical: TD-GC-MS, SIFT-MS, SPME-HS-GCMS, STA-GC-MS, Raman Spectroscopy, HPLC
  • Soft Skills: Team collaboration, training and mentoring, strong documentation and presentation, proposal writing
  • Software Proficiency: Microsoft Office, Chromeleon (Thermofisher), TurboMass (Perkin Elmer), MassHunter (Agilent), GCsolution (Shimadzu), Statistical Software

Publication Top Noted📝

  • Article: The Technical Examination of Nineteenth-Century Artists’ Pigments from John Opie’s Paintbox
    • Authors: Skipper, L.K., Baron, M., Sancho, N., Alkaseem, M.
    • Journal: Studies in Conservation
    • Year: 2024
  • Article: Author Correction: Mobile Real-Time Grasshopper Detection and Data Aggregation Framework
    • Authors: Chudzik, P., Mitchell, A., Alkaseem, M., Pearson, S., Al-Diri, B.
    • Journal: Scientific Reports
    • Year: 2020
    • Volume: 10
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 4644
  • Article: Mobile Real-Time Grasshopper Detection and Data Aggregation Framework
    • Authors: Chudzik, P., Mitchell, A., Alkaseem, M., Pearson, S., Al-Diri, B.
    • Journal: Scientific Reports
    • Year: 2020
    • Volume: 10
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 1150
  • Article: Modular assembly of proteins on nanoparticles
    • Authors: Ma, W., Saccardo, A., Roccatano, D., Soloviev, M., Ferrari, E.
    • Journal: Nature Communications
    • Year: 2018
    • Volume: 9
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 1489
  • Article: SERS and DFT study of 5F-PB-22
    • Authors: Alkaseem, M., Baron, M.
    • Journal: Journal of Raman Spectroscopy
    • Year: 2018
    • Volume: 49
    • Issue: 10
    • Pages: 1594–1606

 

Prof. SHIJUN LIAO, Electrochemistry, Outstanding Scientist Award

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Prof. SHIJUN LIAO, Electrochemistry, Outstanding Scientist Award

Professor at South China University of Technology, China

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  • Professor Emeritus Dr. Shijun Liao is a distinguished member of the European Academy of Natural Sciences and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry. He served as the Director of the Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory for Fuel Cell Technology at the South China University of Technology until his retirement in January 2023.

🎓 Education

  • BSc Chemistry, Hubei Normal University, China, 1982
  • MSc Chemistry, Jilin University, China, 1988
  • PhD Industrial Catalysis, South China University of Technology, China, 1999

👨‍🔬 Professional Experience

  • Professor and Dean, College of Chemistry, South China University of Technology, 2002–2010
  • Visiting Scholar, Brookhaven National Laboratory, USA, 2010 & University of Calgary, Canada, 2005
  • Associate Professor, South China University of Technology, 1995–2000

🔬 Research Interests

  • Electrocatalysts ⚡️
  • PEM fuel cells 🌐
  • Metal air batteries 🔄
  • Li-ion battery materials 🔋

🏆 Awards and Recognition

  • Multiple awards for scientific and technological advancements from national and municipal governments in China.
  • Recognized as a Highly Cited Scholar in China and globally by Elsevier/Clarivate.
  • Ranked among the Top 2% Scientists Worldwide by Stanford University.

Publication Top Noted📝

  • Article: Atomically dispersed Cu and Cr on N-doped hollow carbon nanocages for synergistic promotion of high-performance Li–CO2 batteries

    • Authors: Huang, L., Zhao, H., Zhao, Y., Zhang, Z., Liao, S.
    • Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal
    • Volume: 493
    • Pages: 152723
    • Year: 2024

  • Article: Hf and Co Dual Single Atoms Co-Doped Carbon Catalyst Enhance the Oxygen Reduction Performance

    • Authors: Duan, D., Huo, J., Chen, J., Cui, Z., Liao, S.
    • Journal: Small
    • Volume: 20
    • Issue: 25
    • Pages: 2310491
    • Year: 2024

  • Article: Synthesis of a pyridine-based covalent organic framework as an anode material for lithium-ion batteries

    • Authors: Zhong, S., Zhao, H., Ji, Y., Cui, Z., Liao, S.
    • Journal: Journal of Materials Chemistry A
    • Volume: 12
    • Issue: 19
    • Pages: 11571–11579
    • Year: 2024

  • Article: Concave Structural Carbon Co-Doped with Iron Atom Pairs and Nitrogen as Ultra-High Performance Catalyst Toward Oxygen Reduction

    • Authors: Shi, X., Pu, Z., Chi, B., Sun, S., Liao, S.
    • Journal: Small
    • Volume: 20
    • Issue: 12
    • Pages: 2307011
    • Year: 2024

  • Article: Proton-blocking tadpole-type anion exchange membranes for acid recovery by electrodialysis

    • Authors: Pan, J., Liu, M., Wei, B., Liao, S., Li, X.
    • Journal: European Polymer Journal
    • Volume: 199
    • Pages: 112467
    • Year: 2023

Dr. magali gary-bobo, Biomolecules, Women Researcher Award

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Dr. magali gary-bobo, Biomolecules, Women Researcher Award

Doctorate at IBMM, France

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  • Dr. magali gary-bobo is a distinguished researcher specializing in biomolecules and nanotechnology, renowned for her contributions to cancer therapy and gene delivery systems. She holds a HDR from the University of Montpellier and serves as CR1 at the IBMM. Magali excels in both academic leadership and industry collaboration, co-founding NanoMedSyn and co-inventing multiple patents.

📚 Education

  • HDR, University of Montpellier, 2014
  • PhD, University of Montpellier, 2006

👩‍🔬 Professional Experience

    • 2016-Present: CR1 (Directeur de Recherche de Première Classe) at Institut des Biomolécules Max Mousseron (IBMM), under Pascal Dumy.
    • 2012-2016: CR2 (Directeur de Recherche de Deuxième Classe) at IBMM, under Jean Martinez.

🔍 Research Interests

  • Nanoplatforms for cancer therapy: 🧬🔬🩸
  • Gene delivery systems: 🧬💉
  • Nanovectors for therapeutic targeting: 🎯💊

👩‍💼 Administrative Responsibilities

  • Co-leader, “Glyco and Nanovectors for Therapeutic Targeting” team
  • Member of various scientific committees and boards

🏆 Honors and Activities

  • Guest editor for multiple special issues in scientific journals
  • Organizer and speaker at international conferences

Publication Top Noted📝

  • Article: Nanoencapsulation of a Far-Red Absorbing Phthalocyanine into Poly(benzylmalate) Biopolymers and Modulation of Their Photodynamic Efficiency
    • Authors: Şahin, Z., Önal, E., Ali, L.M.A., Cammas-Marion, S., Dumoulin, F.
    • Journal: Biomacromolecules
    • Volume: 25
    • Issue: 6
    • Pages: 3261–3270
    • Year: 2024
  • Article: Therapeutic antibody engineering for efficient targeted degradation of membrane proteins in lysosomes
    • Authors: Gauthier, C., Daurat, M., Ali, L.M.A., Maynadier, M., Basile, I.
    • Journal: Biomedicine and Pharmacotherapy
    • Volume: 175
    • Pages: 116707
    • Year: 2024
  • Article: Exceptional anticancer photodynamic properties of [1,4-Bis(3,6,9,12-Tetraoxatridec-1-yloxy)phthalocyaninato]zinc(II)
    • Authors: Nguyen, C., Toubia, I., Hadj-Kaddour, K., Odobel, F., Gary-Bobo, M.
    • Journal: Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology B: Biology
    • Volume: 253
    • Pages: 112863
    • Year: 2024
  • Article: Probing the Use of Triphenyl Phosphonium Cation for Mitochondrial Nucleoside Delivery
    • Authors: Guiraud, M., Ali, L.M.A., Gabrieli-Magot, E., Gary-Bobo, M., Peyrottes, S.
    • Journal: ACS Medicinal Chemistry Letters
    • Volume: 15
    • Issue: 3
    • Pages: 418–422
    • Year: 2024
  • Article: Thiochromenocarbazole imide-based photosensitizers decorated with carbonic anhydrase inhibitors for the targeted treatment of hypoxic tumours
    • Authors: Merabti, A., Sánchez, D.P., Nocentini, A., Winum, J.-Y., Clément, S.
    • Journal: Materials Advances
    • Volume: 5
    • Issue: 10
    • Pages: 4172–4177
    • Year: 2024

Dr. Poorva Nayak, Computational Chemistry, Women Researcher Award

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Doctorate at Jiwaji University, India

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Dedicated physicist with a passion for theoretical and experimental physics, currently pursuing a Ph.D. at Jiwaji University. Experienced in research on thermoelectric and spintronics materials, with a commitment to academic excellence and fostering a supportive learning environment.

📚 Education

  • Ph.D. in Physics (ongoing), Jiwaji University, Gwalior
  • M.Phil in Physics, Jiwaji University, Gwalior, 2017
  • M.Sc. in Physics, Jiwaji University, Gwalior, 2015
  • B.Sc. in Mathematics, Jiwaji University, Gwalior, 2013

👩‍🏫 Professional Experience

  • Assistant Professor, Malwa Institute of Technology and Management (2019-2020)
  • Guest Faculty, School of Studies in Physics, Jiwaji University (2022-present)

🔬research interest

  • 🌌 Advanced Quantum Mechanics
    📊 Statistical Mechanics
    🔋 Thermoelectric and Spintronics Materials
    🏢 Solid State Physics

Publication Top Noted📚

  • Article: Exploring the multifaceted properties: electronic, magnetic, Curie temperature, elastic, thermal, and thermoelectric characteristics of gadolinium-filled PtSb3 skutterudite
    • Authors: Nayak, P.; Gupta, D.C.
    • Journal: RSC Advances
    • Volume: 14
    • Issue: 25
    • Pages: 17364–17379
    • Year: 2024
  • Article: Multifaceted analysis of NdCo4X12: unveiling certain structural, electronic, magnetic, transport-mechanical, and thermodynamic properties with the emphasis on Curie temperature
    • Authors: Nayak, P.; Gupta, D.C.
    • Journal: European Physical Journal Plus
    • Volume: 139
    • Issue: 5
    • Pages: 454
    • Year: 2024
  • Article: A comprehensive study of the magnetic, electronic, mechanical, and thermoelectric properties of novel filled skutterudites KFe4Ge12 and KFe4P12 using ab-initio calculations
    • Authors: Nayak, P.; Srivastava, P.; Gupta, D.C.
    • Journal: Computational Condensed Matter
    • Volume: 38
    • Pages: e00863
    • Year: 2024
  • Article: Holistic Exploration of Structural, Electronic, Magnetic, Transport, Mechanical, and Thermodynamic Characteristics, Including Curie Temperature Analysis
    • Authors: Nayak, P.; Srivastava, P.; Gupta, D.C.
    • Journal: ACS Omega
    • Volume: 8
    • Issue: 50
    • Pages: 48113–48129
    • Year: 2023
  • Article: Theoretical exploration of inherent electronic, structural, mechanical, thermoelectric, and thermophysical response of KRu4Z12 (Z = As12, Sb12) filled skutterudite materials
    • Authors: Nayak, P.; Srivastava, P.; Gupta, D.C.
    • Journal: RSC Advances
    • Volume: 13
    • Issue: 40
    • Pages: 27873–27886
    • Year: 2023

Assoc Prof Dr. Dhananjay Yadav, Computational Fluid Dynamics in Chemical Engineering ,Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. Dhananjay Yadav, Computational Fluid Dynamics in Chemical Engineering ,Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Dhananjay Yadav, University of Nizwa, Oman

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🎓 Education

  • Ph.D. in Mathematics, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, India, July 2013
  • M.Sc. in Mathematics, DDU University, Gorakhpur, India, June 2007
  • B.Sc. in Mathematics and Physics, DDU University, Gorakhpur, India, June 2005

👨‍🏫 Employment

  • Associate Professor: Department of Mathematical and Physical Sciences, College of Arts & Science, University of Nizwa, Oman (Jan 2024 – Present)
  • Assistant Professor: Department of Mathematics, College of Arts & Science, University of Nizwa, Oman (Oct 2017 – Jan 2024)
  • Senior Postdoctoral Fellow: Athabasca University, Canada (Aug 2016 – Sept 2017)
  • Senior Postdoctoral Fellow: Yonsei University, Seoul, South Korea (May 2014 – Jan 2016)
  • Postdoctoral Fellow: Jeju National University, Jeju, South Korea (Sept 2013 – April 2014)
  • Assistant Professor: Mangalayatan University, Aligarh, India (Mar 2013 – Sept 2013)
  • Teaching Assistant: IIT Roorkee, India (Jan 2010 – Feb 2013)

🔍 Research Interests

  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Hydrodynamic and Hydromagnetic Stability
  • Nanofluids
  • Fluid flow in Porous Media
  • CO2 capture, storage, and oil recovery
  • Computational sustainability and environmental analytics
  • Numerical Simulations

📚 Teaching Interests

  • Numerical Analysis
  • Linear Algebra
  • Complex Analysis
  • Ordinary and Partial Differential Equations
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Engineering Mathematics
  • Calculus
  • Applied and Pure Mathematics

Publication Top Noted📚

  • Article: Swirling Capillary Instability of Rivlin–Ericksen Liquid with Heat Transfer and Axial Electric Field
    • Authors: Yadav, D.; Awasthi, M.K.; Kumar, A.; Dutt, N.
    • Journal: Physics (Switzerland)
    • Volume: 6
    • Issue: 2
    • Pages: 828–844
    • Year: 2024
  • Article: Impact of swirling on capillary instability of Walter’s B viscoelastic fluid-viscous fluid interface with heat and mass transfer
    • Authors: Srija, R.; Singh, A.K.; Awasthi, M.K.; Yadav, D.
    • Journal: Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part C: Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science
    • Volume: 238
    • Issue: 11
    • Pages: 5359–5368
    • Year: 2024
  • Article: Instability analysis of swirling cylindrical Rivlin-Ericksen viscoelastic fluid-viscous fluid interface with heat and mass transfer
    • Authors: Srija, R.; Singh, A.K.; Awasthi, M.K.; Yadav, D.; Nair, S.B.
    • Journal: International Journal of Modern Physics B
    • Volume: 2450416-1
    • Year: 2024
  • Article: Linear and nonlinear investigations of the impact of chemical reaction on the thermohaline convection in a permeable layer saturated with Casson fluid
    • Authors: Yadav, D.; Nair, S.B.; Awasthi, M.K.; Ragoju, R.; Bhattacharyya, K.
    • Journal: Physics of Fluids
    • Volume: 36
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 014106
    • Year: 2024
  • Article: Potential impacts of Cattaneo–Christov model of heat flux on the flow of Carreau–Yasuda fluid with mixed convection over a vertical stationary flat plate
    • Authors: Pandey, A.K.; Rajput, S.; Bhattacharyya, K.; Chamkha, A.J.; Yadav, D.
    • Journal: Forces in Mechanics
    • Volume: 11
    • Pages: 100179
    • Year: 2023

Dr. Mezna Altowyan, Organic Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Mezna Altowyan, Organic Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, Saudi Arabia

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👩‍🔬 Summary

  • Dr. Mezna Altowyan is a dedicated and enthusiastic chemist with extensive experience in teaching and research. She is passionate about developing innovative methodologies in organic chemistry and contributing to the academic growth of her students.

🎓 Education

  • Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry (2006-2012) – Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
  • M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry (2002-2005) – Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
  • B.Sc. in Chemistry (1995-1998) – Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Professional Experience 🧪

  • Associate Professor of Organic Chemistry
    Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University (Oct. 2020 – Present)
  • Assistant Professor of Organic Chemistry
    Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University (Jan. 2013 – Oct. 2020)
  • Lecturer of Organic Chemistry
    Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University (Mar. 2007 – Jan. 2013)
  • Teaching Assistant Chemist
    Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University (Mar. 2000 – Mar. 2007)

Research Interests 🔬

  • Pharmaceutical Targets: Design and synthesis of new entities targeting MDM2-p53, Phosphodiesterase 1, PI3K, HER2, COX-1 inhibitors, anti-diabetic agents.
  • Green Chemistry: Development of new green synthetic methodologies.
  • Chiral Reagents and Catalysts: Synthesis of novel bioactive compounds using chiral reagents and metal catalysts.

Skills & Expertise 🛠️

  • Extensive experience in organic synthesis, spectral characterization, and biological activity studies.
  • Proficiency in various analytical techniques: UV-Visible Spectrophotometry, IR Spectrophotometry, Gas Chromatography, HPLC, and NMR.
  • Skilled in software tools: SciFinder, MS-Office, ChemDraw, ISIS Draw, and more.

Membership & Activities 🌟

  • Member of Saudi Chemical Society.
  • Member of Saudi Association for Applied Sciences.
  • Member of various academic and professional committees.

Publication Top Noted

  • Article: Synthesis, X-ray structure, Hirshfeld, cytotoxicity and anticancer studies of pyrazole and pyridazin-4(H)-one derivatives
    • Authors: Alshargabi, T.Q., Soliman, S.M., Zakaria, A., Altowyan, M.S., Sawy, M.A.E.
    • Journal: Journal of Molecular Structure
    • Volume: 1304
    • Year: 2024
  • Article: Synthesis, X-ray Structures and Hirshfeld Analysis of Two Novel Thiocyanate-Bridged Ag(I) Coordination Polymers
    • Authors: Altowyan, M.S., Fathalla, E.M., Albering, J.H., Badr, A.M.A., Soliman, S.M.
    • Journal: Inorganics
    • Volume: 11
    • Issue: 10
    • Year: 2023
  • Article: Synthesis, Crystal Structure Analyses, and Antibacterial Evaluation of the Cobalt(II) Complex with Sulfadiazine-Pyrazole Prodrug
    • Authors: Altowyan, M.S., Haukka, M., Ayoup, M.S., Abu-Youssef, M.A.M., Yousri, A.
    • Journal: Inorganics
    • Volume: 11
    • Issue: 10
    • Year: 2023
  • Article: Synthesis and Characterization of New Spirooxindoles Including Triazole and Benzimidazole Pharmacophores via [3+2] Cycloaddition Reaction: An MEDT Study of the Mechanism and Selectivity
    • Authors: Alshahrani, S., Al-Majid, A.M., Alamary, A.S., Yousuf, S., Barakat, A.
    • Journal: Molecules
    • Volume: 28
    • Issue: 19
    • Year: 2023
  • Article: A New Zn(II) Azido Complex of L-Arginine: X-ray Crystal Structure, Hirshfeld, and AIM Studies
    • Authors: Altowyan, M.S., Yousri, A., Albering, J.H., Barakat, A., Soliman, S.M.
    • Journal: Crystals
    • Volume: 13
    • Issue: 9
    • Year: 2023