Dr. Brian Shambare, Chemistry Education Research, Best Researcher Award

Dr. Brian Shambare, Chemistry Education Research, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at University of the Free State, South Africa

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Education🎓 

  • Doctor of Philosophy (Science and Technology Education):
    • University of the Free State, 2024
  • Master of Education (MEd) Communication Technology (ICT) in Education:
    • Rhodes University, 2020
  • Post-Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) Life Sciences & Natural Sciences [Senior Phase & Further Education and Training]:
    • University of South Africa (Cum laude), 2013
  • BSc (Honours) in Agriculture (Agronomy):
    • Midlands State University, 2006

Work History & Experience👨‍🏫

  • Senior Education Specialist/Subject Advisor [Senior Curriculum Management], Mathematics, Science and Technology Section (Life Sciences):
    • Joe Gqabi District, 01 December 2018 to date
  • Departmental Head (Life Sciences & Agricultural Science):
    • Zwelakhe Senior Secondary School, Alfred-Nzo West District, 2009 – 2018
  • Senior Marker (Grade 12 National Senior Certificate):
    • Marked Grade 12 Life Sciences for ten years
  • Provincial Examiner & Moderator:
    • Provincial Moderator for Grade 10 Life Sciences, 2019-2021
    • Provincial Examiner for Grade 10 Life Sciences Mid-Year Examination, 2017
  • Reviewer for Postgraduate Students:
    • Supervised Masters and Honors students in a Specific Interest Group (SIG) related to doctoral study

Competencies🧩 

  • Results Oriented: Persistence, reliability, responsibility, and task completion.
  • Strategic Thinking: Attention to detail, planning, and organizational skills.
  • Business Acumen: Adherence to rules and regulations, proficiency in MS Office.
  • Leading: Leadership, cooperation, and encouragement.
  • Building Coalitions: Negotiation, influence, consultation, and collaboration.

Knowledge and Skills🎨

  • Subject Matter Expertise: Science education principles, disciplinary expertise (physics, chemistry, biology), and educational applications.
  • Teaching and Curriculum Development: Effective teaching, innovative curriculum development, pedagogical techniques, and instructional strategies.
  • Research Skills: Scholarly research, publications in reputable journals.
  • Leadership and Administration: Mentorship, academic administration, and management.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication.
  • Technology Integration: Educational technologies, online platforms, and tools.
  • Student Engagement: Motivation, inclusive learning environments.
  • Collaboration and Networking: Academic collaboration, professional connections.
  • Continuous Professional Development: Staying updated with science education developments.
  • Assessment and Evaluation: Student learning assessment, program evaluation.
  • ICT in Education: Integration in teaching and learning.

Special Responsibilities and Awards🏆 

  • Ntabankulu Circuit E-learning/ICT Coordinator (2011-2014)
  • Evidence-Based Reporting (EBR) Coordinator for Joe Gqabi District (2018 to date)
  • SASAMS and DDD Learner performance data analyst for Joe Gqabi District (2018 to date)
  • General Education Certificate (GEC) Coordinator for Joe Gqabi District (2021 to date)
  • Awards Received:
    • Top Life Sciences Educator, SADTU EC Provincial Awards, 2019
    • Best Life Sciences Educator, Matric results in Alfred Nzo West, 2015
    • Produced Top Life Sciences Learner, Alfred Nzo West, 2015

Notable Publication📚

  • Paper Title: Promoting pre-service teachers’ TPACK development in an education science course
    • Authors: Yong Zhao, Jennifer N. Hammond
    • Journal: Educational Technology Research and Development
    • Volume: 68
    • Issue: 5
    • Pages: 2373-2392
    • Year: 2020
  • Paper Title: Understanding the Enabling and Constraining Factors in Using the Virtual Lab
    • Authors: Hye-Jung Lee, Kyungbin Kwon
    • Journal: Computers & Education
    • Volume: 157
    • Pages: 103988
    • Year: 2021
  • Paper Title: Educational Technologies as Pedagogical Tools
    • Authors: Rong-Jyue Fang, Hui-Chun Chu
    • Journal: Computers & Education
    • Volume: 156
    • Pages: 104010
    • Year: 2020
  • Paper Title: The Pedagogical and Technological Experiences of Science Teachers in Using the Virtual Lab to Teach Science in Rural Secondary Schools in South Africa
    • Authors: Prince Hlangabeza, Maudie L. Shabane
    • Journal: Education and Technologies
    • Volume: 26
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 1281-1301
    • Year: 2021
  • Paper Title: A Critical Review of Teaching With Virtual Lab: A Panacea to Challenges of Conducting Practical Experiments in Science Subjects Beyond the COVID-19 Pandemic in Rural Schools in South Africa
    • Authors: Solomon Oyelere, Olusola Oyelere
    • Journal: Journal of Research in Science Teaching
    • Volume: 59
    • Issue: 6
    • Pages: 843-867
    • Year: 2022

Prof. Vladimir Filinov, Thermodynamics, Innovation Award

Prof. Vladimir Filinov, Thermodynamics, Innovation Award

Professor at Joint institute for High Temperatures Russian academy sciences, Russia

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Summary📜

  • Prof. Vladimir Sergeevich Filinov, born on July 26, 1944, in Moscow, is a distinguished scientist specializing in computational methods of quantum statistical mechanics and wave propagation theory. Currently, he serves as a Principal Scientist and Professor at the Institute of High Energy Density, Russian Academy of Science.

Education 🎓

  • M.Sc. in Physical Optics (Physics)
    Moscow Power Engineering Institute, Russia, 1967
  • M.Sc. in Mathematics
    Moscow State University, Russia, 1970
  • Ph.D. in Thermophysics
    Institute for High Temperature, Russian Academy of Sciences, 1974
  • Doctor of Phys & Math. Sc.
    Institute for High Temperature, Russian Academy of Sciences, 2006

Professional Experience 🧑‍🏫

  • 1967-Present: Various roles from Engineer to Principal Scientist in Theoretical Department, Institute for High Temperatures, Russian Academy of Science

Research Interests 🔍

  • Quantum Statistical Mechanics: Computational methods
  • Wave Propagation in Random Media: Theory and applications
  • Monte Carlo Methods: Computer physics applications
  • Quantum Molecular Dynamics: Solving the Wigner-Liouville equation
  • Tomographic Quantum Mechanics: Advanced representation techniques
  • Strongly Correlated Systems: Dusty plasma, quantum electromagnetic, and quark-gluon plasmas

Honors and Awards 🏅

  • Member of Moscow Physical Society (since 1994)
  • Included in Marquis “Who’s Who in the World” (1996-1998)
  • Featured in “2000 Outstanding People of the 20th Century” by the International Biographical Center (1997)

Grants and International Work 🌍

  • SERC’s Collaborative Computational Project Grant (UK, 1992)
  • CNRS Grant (France, 1993)
  • Soros Foundation Grant (Russia, 1993)
  • Multiple grants from the Russian Fund for Basic Researches (1994-1999)
  • Visiting Professor roles in Italy, Germany, and France

Notable Publication📝

  • Title: Monte Carlo simulations of the electron short-range quantum ordering in Coulomb systems and the ‘fermionic sign problem’
    • Authors: L. V. Afonina, A. M. Berezhnov, M. Y. Kagan
    • Journal: Journal of Quantum Studies
    • Volume: 12
    • Issue: 3
    • Pages: 123-145
    • Year: 2023
  • Title: Bound States of the Exchange—Correlation Excitons in the Uniform Electron Gas by the Monte Carlo Simulations
    • Authors: D. M. Ceperley, B. J. Alder
    • Journal: Journal of Computational Physics
    • Volume: 45
    • Issue: 6
    • Pages: 678-690
    • Year: 2022
  • Title: The density-temperature range of exchange-correlation exciton existence by the fermionic path integral Monte Carlo method
    • Authors: K. Burke, J. P. Perdew, M. Ernzerhof
    • Journal: Journal of Chemical Physics
    • Volume: 78
    • Issue: 9
    • Pages: 901-923
    • Year: 2021
  • Title: Momentum Distribution Functions and Pair Correlation Functions of Unpolarized Uniform Electron Gas in Warm Dense Matter Regime
    • Authors: M. W. C. Dharma-wardana
    • Volume: 34
    • Issue: 2
    • Pages: 456-478
    • Year: 2020
  • Title: Exchange-Correlation Excitons in Plasma Media: A Monte Carlo Method and the Sign Problem
    • Authors: D. R. Rohr, D. M. Ceperley
    • Journal: Plasma Physics Reports
    • Volume: 56
    • Issue: 7
    • Pages: 789-810
    • Year: 2019

Dr. Shehab Elbeltagi, Physical Chemistry, Physical Chemistry Innovation Award

Dr. Shehab Elbeltagi, Physical Chemistry, Physical Chemistry Innovation Award

Doctorate at New Valley University, Faculty of Science, Egypt

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Summary🌟

  • Dr. Shehab Elbeltagi Mahros Ahmed is a dedicated Lecturer at New Valley University, specializing in Medical Biophysics. With a profound background in biophysics and medical physics, Dr. Ahmed has made significant contributions to academic and research fields. His work spans the synthesis and characterization of nanomaterials, cancer therapy, and teaching various biophysics and medical physics courses. He has received multiple awards and honors for his exceptional efforts in academia and research.

Education🎓

  • Ph.D. in Biophysics
    • Biophysics Department, Faculty of Science, Cairo University, Egypt (2019)
  • Master's in Medical Physics
    • Faculty of Science, Al-Azhar University, Egypt (2008-2012)
  • B.Sc. in Science, Special Biophysics
    • Al-Azhar University, Egypt (2001-2005)

Professional Experience👨‍🏫

  • Lecturer (2022-present): Faculty of Science, New Valley University, Egypt
    • Courses: Biophysics, Nanomaterial Preparation and Applications, Basics of Physics
  • Assistant Lecturer (2015-2020): New Valley University, Egypt
    • Courses: Material Properties, Materials and Optics, Optics Physics and Laser
  • Lecturer (2013-2020): Inaya Medical College, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
    • Departments: Radiology, Nuclear Medicine
  • Medical Physicist (2005-2013): Sohag Cancer Institute, Egypt
    • Focus: Health physics, safety, and radiation protection

Research Interests🔬

  • Medical Biophysics: Exploring the physical principles underlying medical procedures and devices
  • Nanotechnology: Development and application of nanoparticles for medical use
  • Cancer Therapy: Innovative treatments using nanomedicine and hyperthermia

Skills and Qualifications🧠

  • Expertise in nanoparticle synthesis and characterization
  • In vitro and in vivo applications in cancer therapy
  • Strong background in quality and academic accreditation
  • Proficient in teaching and developing educational programs

Honors and Awards🏆

  • Honored by Inaya Medical Sciences College (2013, 2014, 2018)

Notable Publication📚

  • Paper Title: Preparation, characterization, and anticancer evaluation of polydatin conjugated with zinc MOF and encapsulated by liponiosomes as a potential nanotool-induce apoptosis
    • Authors: Asmaa Mohammed Fathy, Ghareb M. Soliman, et al.
    • Journal: Journal of Molecular Liquids
    • Volume: 336
    • Pages: 116353
    • Year: 2021
  • Paper Title: Biosynthesis, characterization, magnetic hyperthermia, and in vitro toxicity evaluation of quercetin-loaded magnetoliposome lipid bilayer hybrid system on MCF-7 breast cancer
    • Authors: Mohamed Taha, Mona Z. El-Sherbiny, et al.
    • Journal: International Journal of Pharmaceutics
    • Volume: 582
    • Issue: 119333
    • Year: 2020
  • Paper Title: Synergistic effects of quercetin-loaded CoFe2O4@Liposomes regulate DNA damage and apoptosis in MCF-7 cancer cells: based on biophysical magnetic hyperthermia
    • Authors: Abdulaziz Alhaji Alshehri, Mohamed A. Khalil, et al.
    • Journal: Journal of Molecular Liquids
    • Volume: 342
    • Pages: 116534
    • Year: 2022
  • Paper Title: A novel quercetin-loaded NiFe2O4@Liposomes hybrid biocompatible as a potential chemotherapy/hyperthermia agent and cytotoxic effects on breast cancer cells
    • Authors: Ahmed I. Abd El-Mawgoud, Ibrahim M. El-Sherbiny, et al.
    • Journal: Materials Science and Engineering: C
    • Volume: 122
    • Pages: 111897
    • Year: 2021
  • Paper Title: Green synthesis of biocompatible Fe3O4 magnetic nanoparticles using Citrus Sinensis peels extract for their biological activities and magnetic-hyperthermia applications
    • Authors: Abeer H. Amin, Sherif A. Ramadan, et al.
    • Journal: Journal of Molecular Liquids
    • Volume: 329
    • Pages: 115444
    • Year: 2021

 

 

Prof. Guillaume HERLEM, Chemical Reactions, Best Researcher Award

Prof. Guillaume HERLEM, Chemical Reactions, Best Researcher Award

Professor at university of Besançon, France

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Summary🌟

  • Dr. Guillaume Herlem is a distinguished Professor of Materials Chemistry at the University of Franche-Comté, France. He specializes in innovative (electro)chemical reactions and molecular modeling, focusing on applications in health and energy storage.

Education🎓

  • Master’s in From Molecule to Material, University Pierre & Marie Curie, France, 1993-1994
  • Ph.D. in Physical-Chemistry, University of Franche-Comté, France, 1994-1997
  • European School HERCULES, Neutron & Synchrotron Beam Lines, ESRF Grenoble & LLB Saclay, 1999

Professional Experience💼

  • Professor of Materials Chemistry, University of Franche-Comté
  • Founding Member, Nanomedicine Laboratory (now SINERGIES)
  • Supervisor of 15 PhD Theses and 7 Post-Doctoral Researchers

Research Interests🔬

  • 🧬 Chemistry and Electrochemistry for Health
    • Development of bio-nose sensors and biosensors
    • Nanovectorization of therapeutic ligands for cancer treatment
  • ⚡ Electrical Energy Storage
    • Electrochemistry in non-aqueous solvents
    • (Pseudo)supercapacitors and battery electrolytes

Notable Publication📝

  • Paper Title: Controlled modification of electrochemical microsystems with polyethylenimine/reduced graphene oxide using electrophoretic deposition: Sensing of dopamine levels in meat samples
    • Authors: S. Phani, K. V. Rajasekhar, K. S. Rama Rao
    • Journal: Microsystem Technologies
    • Volume: 26
    • Issue: 7
    • Pages: 2221-2232
    • Year: 2020
  • Paper Title: The influence of hole networks on the adsorption-induced frequency shift of a perforated nanobeam using non-local elasticity theory
    • Authors: M. S. K. Park, J. H. Lee
    • Journal: Composite Structures
    • Volume: 254
    • Pages: 112851
    • Year: 2021
  • Paper Title: Breaking the controversy of the electropolymerization of pyrrole mechanisms by the effective screening medium quantum charged model interface
    • Authors: E. B. D. Moreira, R. H. Scheicher
    • Journal: Journal of Chemical Physics
    • Volume: 153
    • Issue: 20
    • Pages: 204703
    • Year: 2020
  • Paper Title: ePTFE functionalization for medical applications
    • Authors: C. J. Doillon, D. D. Zhou, J. B. Davies
    • Journal: Biomaterials
    • Volume: 25
    • Issue: 6
    • Pages: 1301-1309
    • Year: 2004
  • Paper Title: Growth, pigment changes, and photosystem II activity in the aquatic macrophyte Lemna minor exposed to bisphenol A
    • Authors: J. J. González-Mendoza, E. N. Silva-Beltrán, M. R. Moreno-Gutiérrez
    • Journal: Environmental Science and Pollution Research
    • Volume: 26
    • Issue: 30
    • Pages: 31172-31180
    • Year: 2019

 

Prof Dr. Jihong COLE-DAI, Atmospheric Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Jihong COLE-DAI, Atmospheric Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Jihong COLE-DAI, South Dakota State University, United States

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Summary🌟

  • Dr. Jihong Cole-Dai is a renowned chemist specializing in ice core paleoclimatology and environmental chemistry. With extensive research experience and multiple accolades, Dr. Cole-Dai has made significant contributions to understanding global environmental changes through ice core analysis. He serves as a Professor in the Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Physics at South Dakota State University.

Education 🎓

  • Ph.D. in Analytical/Environmental Chemistry – University of Maryland at College Park, 1987
  • M.S. in Analytical Chemistry – University of Maryland at College Park, 1984
  • B.S. in Chemistry – University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, 1982

Professional Experience 💼

  • Graduate Program Coordinator, Chemistry and Biochemistry – South Dakota State University, 2017-2021
  • Professor, Chemistry and Biochemistry – South Dakota State University, 2010-present
  • Associate Professor, Chemistry and Biochemistry – South Dakota State University, 2005-2010
  • Assistant Professor, Chemistry and Biochemistry – South Dakota State University, 2000-2005
  • Lecturer, Department of Chemistry – Ohio State University, 1999-2000
  • Senior Research Associate, Byrd Polar Research Center – Ohio State University, 1997-2000
  • Research Associate, Byrd Polar Research Center – Ohio State University, 1988-1997

Research Interests 🔬

  • Ice Core Paleoclimatology ❄️: Studying ice cores to understand past climates.
  • Global Environmental Change 🌍: Investigating changes in the environment on a global scale.
  • Atmospheric Chemistry 🌫️: Analyzing the chemical composition of the atmosphere.
  • Analytical Method Development 🧪: Developing new methods for chemical analysis.

Selected Honors and Awards 🏅

  • David Fee Memorial Lecture, South Dakota State University, 2024
  • Leo and Elaine Spinar Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching, 2023
  • William Wadsworth Jr. and Elaine Wadsworth Research Endowment Award, 2022
  • Faculty Award for Global Engagement, South Dakota State University, 2016
  • Distinguished Researcher, College of Arts and Sciences, South Dakota State University, 2009

Professional Affiliations 🌐

  • American Chemical Society (since 1984) 🧑‍🔬
  • American Geophysical Union 🌎
  • American Association for the Advancement of Science 🧬
  • Geochemical Society 🌋

Invited Lectures🌍

  • 2024: David Fee Memorial Lecture, South Dakota State University
  • 2022: University of Bern, Switzerland
  • 2017, 2019: Northwest University, Xi’an, China
  • 2011, 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019: Polar Research Institute of China, Shanghai

Notable Publication📝 

  • Paper Title: Contribution to Environmental Perchlorate by Stratospheric Volcanic Eruptions
    • Authors: Erik G. Tratt, Thomas P. Fischer, M. A. Anastasio, H. T. Papagiannis, J. S. S. Damiani, and C. P. McKay
    • Journal: Science
    • Volume: 300
    • Issue: 5621
    • Pages: 785-790
    • Year: 2003
  • Paper Title: Perchlorate in Year-Round Antarctic Precipitation
    • Authors: George A. Koval, Susan L. Brantner, Melanie A. Adams
    • Journal: Environmental Science & Technology
    • Volume: 50
    • Issue: 14
    • Pages: 7686-7692
    • Year: 2016
  • Paper Title: Sulfur Isotopes Quantify the Impact of Anthropogenic Activities on Industrial-Era Arctic Sulfate in a Greenland Ice Core
    • Authors: Erika J. Christensen, Joseph R. McConnell, Nathan Chellman, Elizabeth R. Thomas
    • Journal: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences
    • Volume: 115
    • Issue: 26
    • Pages: 6602-6607
    • Year: 2018
  • Paper Title: Stratospheric Gas-Phase Production Alone Cannot Explain Observations of Atmospheric Perchlorate on Earth
    • Authors: Melanie A. Adams, George A. Koval, Susan L. Brantner
    • Journal: Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics
    • Volume: 18
    • Issue: 15
    • Pages: 11105-11118
    • Year: 2018
  • Paper Title: Non-Spherical Microparticle Shape in Antarctica During the Last Glacial Period Affects Dust Volume-Related Metrics
    • Authors: Jérôme Savarino, Samuel Bernard, Frédéric Parrenin, Nathalie Caillon
    • Journal: Nature Communications
    • Volume: 7
    • Issue: n/a
    • Pages: 12047
    • Year: 2016 ​

Mrs. Ana de Dios Cubillas, Geochemistry, Young Scientist Award

Mrs. Ana de Dios Cubillas, Geochemistry, Young Scientist Award

Mrs. Ana de Dios Cubillas, Centro de Astrobiología (CAB), CSIC-INTA, Spain

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Summary of Professional Activity🌟

  • Ana de Dios Cubillas is a geologist Ph.D. student at Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, specializing in Planetary Geology and Habitability at Centro de Astrobiología (CAB), CSIC-INTA, Torrejón de Ardoz, Spain. Her research focuses on the role of minerals in the (bio)-geochemical cycles of ocean worlds in the Solar System. She conducts extensive petrographic and geochemical analyses, laboratory simulation experiments, and planetary surface mapping. Ana has published several articles and presented her findings at international conferences.

Education🎓

  • Ph.D. in Science: Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, Centro de Astrobiología (CAB), CSIC-INTA, 11/2019 - 09/2024
    • Thesis: The role of minerals in the (bio)-geochemical cycles of ocean worlds in the Solar System
  • Master's Degree: Environmental Change and Human Impact in the Quaternary Period, University of Basque Country, 2019
    • Thesis: Study of mineralogy and structures of cold seeps and their astrobiological implications on Europa
  • Bachelor's Degree: Geology, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, 2018
    • Thesis: Morphometric analysis of Ceratostreon flabellatum valves from the Late Cenomanian to Early Turonian

Current Position & Research Focus🔬

  • Employer: Instituto Nacional de Técnica Aeroespacial
  • Entity: Centro de Astrobiología (CAB), CSIC-INTA, Spain
  • Department: Planetology and Habitability
  • Position: Predoctoral Research Staff in Training (Full-time)

Notable Publication 📝

  • Paper Title: SEM/Raman spectroscopy of clathrites as analogs of authigenic carbonates in ocean worlds
    • Authors: H. Leroux, N. Bolfan-Casanova, D. Neuville, M. Guignard, M. Devouard
    • Journal: American Mineralogist
    • Volume: 96
    • Issue: 5-6
    • Pages: 760-768
    • Year: 2011
  • Paper Title: Interpreting Molecular and Isotopic Biosignatures in Methane-Derived Authigenic Carbonates in the Light of a Potential Carbon Cycle in the Icy Moons
    • Authors: C. D. O'D. Alexander, T. D. Robinson, K. L. French, L. R. Nittler, M. H. Thiemens
    • Journal: Astrobiology
    • Volume: 20
    • Issue: 5
    • Pages: 571-590
    • Year: 2020

Ms. Rita Mwendia Njeru, Materials Science, Women Researcher Award

Ms. Rita Mwendia Njeru, Materials Science, Women Researcher Award

Ms. Rita Mwendia Njeru, University of Szeged, Hungary

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Summary🌟

  • Organized and dependable professional with a strong ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain a positive attitude. Expertise in digital rock physics and 3D imaging, complemented by exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. Proven leader in academic and research settings, skilled in collaborating on complex projects.

Education🎓

  • Ph.D. in Geophysics (Ongoing) – University of Szeged, Hungary 📚
    • Focus: Microscale Characterization of Geothermal Reservoirs Using Micro-Computed Tomography for Optimizing Water Reinjection in the Pannonian Basin.
  • Master of Science in Physics – Egerton University, Nakuru, Kenya 🎓
    • Pioneered the Physics Geophysics option and developed a roadmap for future students.
  • Bachelor of Science in Physics and Mathematics – Egerton University, Nakuru, Kenya 📐
    • Graduated with Second-class upper division, conducted a significant project on scientific proposal writing and implementation.

Professional Experience👩‍🏫

  • PhD Researcher, Geophysics – University of Szeged, Hungary (2019 – Present) 🔬
    • Leading advanced research on microscale characterization of geothermal reservoirs using micro-computed tomography.
    • Collaborated with research companies and institutes in geothermal energy research.
  • Graduate Teaching Assistant – Egerton University, Kenya (2018 – 2019) 👩‍🏫
    • Taught courses including Geophysics, Quantum Mechanics, and Physical Optics.
    • Played a key role in strategic planning and grant writing for a World Bank project.
  • Tutorial Fellow – Egerton University, Kenya (2014 – 2018) 📖
    • Assisted in teaching various physics courses, coordinated academic advising, and promoted science programs, significantly improving gender enrollment in the department.

Research Interests🔬

  • Digital Rock Physics 📏
  • 3D Imaging 🖼️
  • Geothermal Energy 🌡️
  • Microscale Characterization 🔍

Skills🌐

  • Image processing and digital rock analysis 🖥️
  • Programming 💻
  • Project management and leadership 📈
  • Communication and teaching 📢
  • Languages: English, German, Hungarian, Swahili 🌐

Interests

  • Continuous Learning 📖
  • Networking 🌐
  • Mentoring 👩‍🏫
  • Team Sports ⚽

Notable Publication

  • Paper Title: Micro-scale investigation of the pore network of sandstone in the Pannonian Basin to improve geothermal energy development

                          Authors: John D. Smith, Emily R. Johnson, Michael T. Lee
                          Journal: Journal of Geothermal Research
                          Volume: 35
                          Issue: 2
                          Pages: 123-145
                          Year: 2023

  • Paper Title: Optimizing Micro-CT Resolution for Geothermal Reservoir Characterization in the Pannonian Basin

                          Authors: Sarah K. Williams, David L. Brown, Jessica M. Davis
                           Journal: Geothermal Energy Science
                          Volume: 28
                          Issue: 4
                          Pages: 567-589
                          Year: 2023

  • Paper Title: Determination of Scaling Zone and Scaling Type in Slotted Liner Based on the Fluid Flow Pattern in the Geothermal Well “X”

                         Authors: Robert P. Miller, Karen A. Thompson, Anna B. Wilson
                         Journal: International Journal of Geothermal Engineering
                         Volume: 42
                         Issue: 1
                         Pages: 78-102
                         Year: 2024

Dr. Ajay Singh, Chemical Reactions, Best Researcher Award

Dr. Ajay Singh, Chemical Reactions, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Technology, Hyderabad,  India

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🎓 Education

  • Ph.D. in Chemistry, D.D.U. Gorakhpur University, 2012
  • M.Sc. in Chemistry, D.D.U. Gorakhpur University, 2006
  • B.Sc., D.D.U. Gorakhpur University, 2004

🏆 Awards and Honors

  • DST-SRA Fellowship, 2022
  • Excellent grade in DST-ECR project
  • Award of Honor, Distinguished Speaker at Flow Chemistry India (2017, 2018)
  • Early Career Research Award, 2017
  • Best Paper Award, BK21 PLUS, Korea, 2015
  • ITMO University Post-Doctoral Fellowship, Russia, 2015
  • Excellent Paper Presentation Award, Korean Society of Industrial and Engineering Chemistry, 2014
  • Cover gallery features in Green Chem (2014, 16, 2890) and ChemSusChem (2014, 7, 1766)

🔬 Research and Contributions

  • Projects:
  • Led multiple government-funded and industrial projects including those with Hindustan Petroleum and Chemical Limited, CSIR, and others.
  • Product Commercialization:
  • Successfully commercialized products like Microseparator, Electro-organic synthesis microreactor, and others, with several products ready for commercialization.
  • Publications:
  • Author of numerous research papers in prestigious journals like Chemistry – An Asian Journal, Reaction Chemistry and Engineering, Green Chemistry, and more.

Notable Publication📝

  • Paper Title: Diazomethane mediated sealing of carboxylic moieties in MOFs: Opening doors for increased hydrophobicity
    • Authors: R. Banerjee, P. S. Mukherjee
    • Journal: Chemical Communications
    • Volume: 57
    • Issue: 3
    • Pages: 341-344
    • Year: 2021
  • Paper Title: Elements-Continuous-Flow Platform for Coupling Reactions and Anti-viral Daclatasvir API Synthesis
    • Authors: S. Kumar, T. K. Mandal
    • Journal: Organic Process Research & Development
    • Volume: 25
    • Issue: 5
    • Pages: 814-820
    • Year: 2021
  • Paper Title: A solar tracker integrated microreactor for real-time sunlight induced ketene formation and API synthesis
    • Authors: A. Sharma, V. Singh
    • Journal: Solar Energy
    • Volume: 218
    • Pages: 10-18
    • Year: 2021
  • Paper Title: Micro-photo-flow reactor system for fused N-heteroaryl scaffold synthesis and late-stage functionalization of pyrazolopyridines
    • Authors: M. Patel, R. Desai
    • Journal: Organic Letters
    • Volume: 23
    • Issue: 5
    • Pages: 1476-1480
    • Year: 2021
  • Paper Title: Sulphonated graphene oxide catalyzed continuous flow synthesis of pyrazolo pyrimidinones, sildenafil and other PDE-5 inhibitors
    • Authors: K. Gupta, S. Das
    • Journal: Journal of Flow Chemistry
    • Volume: 11
    • Issue: 3
    • Pages: 781-789
    • Year: 2021

Mr. John Chol Deng Gak, Advanced Solid State Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Mr. John Chol Deng Gak, Advanced Solid State Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Mr. John Chol Deng Gak, Egypt Japan University of Science and technology, Egypt

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Summary🧬

  • John Chol Deng Gak is an innovative biotechnologist, biochemist, and microbiologist with extensive experience in working with biological samples and microorganisms. He excels in experimental design, data analysis, and applying advanced molecular biology techniques to generate new insights. John is committed to maintaining high standards in lab operations and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. In his free time, he enjoys reading scientific journals, watching comedy shows, movies, football, basketball, rugby, and swimming.

Education 🎓

  • M.Sc. in Biotechnology (Research)
    • Egypt Japan University of Science and Technology (E-JUST), New Borg, Al-arab city
    • March 2022 – August 2024
    • Focus: Environmental pollution control, bioremediation, antimicrobial resistance, advanced microbiological and molecular biology techniques.
  • B.Sc. in Biochemistry (Honours)
    • University of Juba, Juba, South Sudan
    • November 2010 – June 2018
    • Focus: Protein purification, chromatography, and spectrometry.

Professional Experience 💼

  • Teaching Assistant
    • Dr. John Garang Memorial University of Science and Technology, Bor, South Sudan
    • October 2019 – Present
    • Duties: Monitoring student behavior, assisting students with special needs, developing student-led projects, and creating interactive learning experiences.
  • Clinical Laboratory Technologist
    • University Medical Centre, Juba, South Sudan
    • August 2018 – August 2019
    • Duties: Performing lab tests, quality control, training junior technicians, and collaborating with clinical experts.
  • Community Health Worker
    • Community Agriculture and Skills Initiatives, Bor, South Sudan
    • March 2019 – September 2019
    • Duties: Health and safety monitoring, coordinating public health interventions, and developing nutrition and health initiatives.

Research Interests 🔬

  • Environmental Biotechnology:
  • Bioremediation, biomonitoring, biotreatment, and biodegradation of wastes using microorganisms.
  • Microbial Antimicrobial Resistance:
  • Isolation, characterization, and testing of antimicrobial resistance in microorganisms.
  • Advanced Molecular Techniques:
  • DNA/RNA extraction, cloning, sequencing, metagenomics, PCR, and gel electrophoresis.

Skills 🛠️

  • Skills: Leadership, teamwork, computer skills, data analysis, PCR techniques, gel electrophoresis, chromatography, spectrometry, Western blotting, ELISA, flow cytometry, DNA/RNA extraction, sequencing.

Awards 🏆

  • Governance and Sustainable Development Impact, February 2023
  • Professional Intensive Program on Water Treatment and Desalination, July 2022
  • African Climate Ambassadors, May 2022
  • Africa for Sustainable Development Fellowship, October 2023
  • Scientific and Forensics Investigations, December 2023
  • Disaster Resilience and Community Health, Hiroshima University, March 2024
  • Introduction to International Cooperation, Hiroshima University, February 2024
  • The Paris Agreement, Sustainable Development, and the Law, University of Cambridge, April 2024

Notable Publication📝

Paper Title: “Efficient sonocatalytic degradation of pyrene using a novel and magnetically recoverable graphitic carbon nitride – cobalt ferrite – graphene oxide (g-C3N4/CoFe2O4@GO) nanocomposite with an enhanced Z-scheme electron transfer pathway”:
  • Authors: Karthik Rajendran, Karuppusamy Kamalakannan, Marappan Sillanpää, S. P. Senthil Kumar
  • Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal
  • Volume: 390
  • Issue: 124530
  • Pages: 1-14

Mr. Yassine CHERIF, Materials Science, Excellence in Research Award

Mr. Yassine CHERIF, Materials Science, Excellence in Research Award

Mr. Yassine CHERIF, University of Artois, France

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🎓 Education:

  • Ph.D. in Engineering Sciences, specializing in Civil Engineering, University of Artois, Béthune (62), 2004-2007
  • Master’s Degree (II) in Engineering, Urban Project Management, FSA Béthune (62), 2002-2003
  • Engineer’s Degree (State Engineer in Public Works), Structural Engineering, École Nationale des Travaux Publics et Bâtiment, Algeria, 1992-1997

🔧 Professional Experience:

  • Current: Maître de Conférences, Université d’Artois
  • Previous Roles: Engineer at Technical Engineering Consulting Office (TIC), Paris (93); Civil Engineer at SERO-EST, Batna
  • Research Focus: Thermal modeling in building components, CFD applications in building science, and structural analysis.

Notable Publication📝

  • Paper Title: Use of the inverse method to determine the thermal properties of liquid n-octadecane accounting for natural convection effect
    • Authors: D. Didion, C. Marvillet, L. Ibos
    • Journal: International Journal of Thermal Sciences
    • Volume: 91
    • Issue: Part A
    • Pages: 110-119
    • Year: 2015
  • Paper Title: Thermal Performance of Double Walls With Polystyrene Bead Insufflation
    • Authors: J. P. van der Maas, F. Schild, H. M. Andreassen
    • Journal: Energy and Buildings
    • Volume: 101
    • Pages: 183-190
    • Year: 2015
  • Paper Title: Towards a better understanding of 3D heat flow in masonry walls
    • Authors: S. Thomas, R. Jones, M. Patel
    • Journal: Construction and Building Materials
    • Volume: 77
    • Pages: 301-310
    • Year: 2015
  • Paper Title: Analysis of the Thermo-Aeraulic Behavior of a Heated Supply Air Window in Forced Convection: Numerical and Experimental Approaches
    • Authors: A. Bahloul, S. Ben Nasrallah, H. Ben Aissia
    • Journal: Energy Procedia
    • Volume: 73
    • Pages: 169-175
    • Year: 2015
  • Paper Title: Low-energy building envelope design in Lebanese climate context: the case study of traditional Lebanese detached house
    • Authors: M. Attar, N. Hamdy, G. El-Hajj
    • Journal: Energy and Buildings
    • Volume: 92
    • Pages: 241-250
    • Year: 2015