Prof. Yifeng Xu |  Reaction Mechanisms | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Yifeng Xu |  Reaction Mechanisms | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Wuhan University of Technology, China

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🎓Academic Background

Prof. Yifeng Xu earned his PhD from The University of Queensland in 2017 and is currently a professor at Wuhan University of Technology. With a strong academic foundation and a keen interest in sustainable environmental practices, Prof. Xu has developed expertise that places him at the forefront of low-carbon wastewater treatment and resource recovery research.

🔬 Areas of Research

Prof. Xu’s research primarily focuses on:

Low-Carbon Wastewater Treatment and Resource Recovery

Fate and Removal of Emerging Contaminants

Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction Strategies

His work aims to enhance understanding of the removal mechanisms of emerging contaminants and the emission dynamics of N₂O during biological nitrogen removal processes. This research is essential to develop effective strategies for simultaneous nitrogen and contaminant removal while minimizing carbon emissions.

🏆 Professional Achievements

Prof. Xu has received numerous research grants, including funding from the National Natural Science Foundation and the Hubei Provincial Key R&D Program. These achievements support his innovative research in emission reduction and wastewater treatment advancements. Prof. Xu has published over 60 research papers and contributed a book chapter, with notable publications in prestigious journals such as Environmental Science & Technology and Water Research.

📈 Research Impact

Through his innovative research, Prof. Xu has developed significant contributions, such as:

          Revealing Inhibitory Mechanisms: Exploring how free nitrous acid (FNA) impacts atenolol biodegradation, enhancing partial nitritation processes.

          Developing Mathematical Models: Creating models to analyze the degradation of parent compounds and the formation of by-products.

          Promoting Algal-Bacterial Consortia: Demonstrating the superior nitrogen removal and N₂O reduction potential of algal-bacterial systems.

These advancements in simultaneous nitrogen removal and emerging contaminant reduction provide sustainable solutions for future wastewater treatment applications.

Publications Top Noted📚 

Perfluorooctanoic acid effect and microbial mechanism to methane production in anaerobic digestion

Authors: Li, L., Li, W., Xue, Y., Peng, L., Song, K.
Journal: Journal of Environmental Management
Year: 2024

Inorganic carbon limitation decreases ammonium removal and N2O production in the algae-nitrifying bacteria symbiosis system

Authors: Li, Q., Xu, Y., Chen, S., Ngo, H.H., Peng, L.
Journal: Science of the Total Environment
Year: 2024

Accelerated Photocatalytic Degradation of Sulfamethoxazole and Cefixime: A Comprehensive Study of Biotoxicity, Degradation Kinetics and Pathway

Authors: Akbari, M.Z., Xu, Y., Liang, C., Shen, S., Peng, L.
Journal: Water, Air, and Soil Pollution
Year: 2024

Developing antibiotics-based strategies to efficiently enrich ammonia-oxidizing archaea from wastewater treatment plants

Authors: Peng, L., Jia, M., Li, S., Liang, C., Xu, Y.
Journal: Science of the Total Environment
Year: 2024

Towards scaling-up implementation of polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) production from activated sludge: Progress and challenges

Authors: Zhang, Z., Wang, Y., Wang, X., Ni, B.-J., Liu, Y.
Journal: Journal of Cleaner Production
Year: 2024

 

Mr. Wenjie Du, Computational Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Mr. Wenjie Du, Computational Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Mr. Wenjie Du, University of Science and Technology of China, China

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🎓Educational Background

Wenjie Du pursued his Bachelor’s Degree at Northeastern University in the School of Metallurgy and Environmental Science from 2014 to 2018, where he was mentored by Mei Wang. Following this, he completed his Master’s Degree in Applied Chemistry at the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) from 2018 to 2021 under the guidance of Wenwei Li. Currently, he is working towards his Ph.D. in Software Engineering at USTC, with Yang Wang as his advisor, a journey he embarked on from 2021 to 2023.

🏆Awards 

Throughout his academic career, Wenjie has received several prestigious accolades. He was honored with the GuSu Outstanding Scholarship in 2021 from the Suzhou Laboratory. Additionally, he was awarded the Shenzhen Stock Exchange Scholarship twice, first in 2022 and again in 2023, from USTC. In 2023, he also received the Tang Xiaoyan Scholarship from Peking University and the esteemed Chinese Academy of Sciences President’s Scholarship.

🔍Research Scope 

Wenjie’s research focuses on Knowledge and Data-Driven AI for Science, exploring several significant areas:

AI for Environmental Science:
His work includes predicting water and air quality, conducting carbon emission calculations, and performing pollution source tracing analysis to improve environmental outcomes.

AI for Chemistry:
He investigates methods for distinguishing between conformational isomers and chiral molecules, predicting molecular properties, and conducting spectral analysis to enhance chemical understanding.

AI for Materials:
Wenjie is involved in catalyst design, specifically in metal ratio control and analysis. He also studies the impact of solvent effects on material adsorption processes to predict properties effectively.

Publications Top Noted📝

Spatiotemporal pattern of greenhouse gas emissions in China’s wastewater sector and pathways towards carbon neutrality

Authors: Wen-Jie Du, Jia-Yuan Lu, Yi-Rong Hu, Juanxiu Xiao, Cheng Yang, Jie Wu, Baocheng Huang, Shuo Cui, Yang Wang, Wen-Wei Li
Journal: Nature Water
Year: 2023

Deciphering urban traffic impacts on air quality by deep learning and emission inventory

Authors: Wenjie Du, Lianliang Chen, Haoran Wang, Ziyang Shan, Zhengyang Zhou, Wenwei Li, Yang Wang
Journal: Journal of Environmental Sciences
Year: 2023

Chemistry-informed molecular graph as reaction descriptor for machine-learned retrosynthesis planning

Authors: Baicheng Zhang, Xiaolong Zhang, Wenjie Du, Zhaokun Song, Guozhen Zhang, Guoqing Zhang, Yang Wang, Xin Chen, Jun Jiang, Yi Luo
Journal: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences
Year: 2022

Moltc: Towards molecular relational modeling in language models

Authors: Junfeng Fang, Shuai Zhang, Chang Wu, Zhengyi Yang, Zhiyuan Liu, Sihang Li, Kun Wang, Wenjie Du, Xiang Wang
Journal: arXiv preprint arXiv:2402.03781
Year:  2024

Source identification and prediction of nitrogen and phosphorus pollution of Lake Taihu by an ensemble machine learning technique

Authors: Yirong Hu, Wenjie Du, Cheng Yang, Yang Wang, Tianyin Huang, Xiaoyi Xu, Wenwei Li
Journal: Frontiers of Environmental Science & Engineering
Year: 2023

Dr. sherif Hosny, Medicinal Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Dr. sherif Hosny, Medicinal Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at EHA, Egypt

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🎓 Educational Background

He attended German School Dokki, Cairo from 1984 to 1994, achieving his Abitur with a grade of 1.9. From 1994 to 1998, he studied at the Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University, where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmaceutical Science, graduating with Excellent with honors.In March 2000, he began his postgraduate studies at the Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University, registering for a Master’s degree in pharmaceutical science, specializing in the pharmacognosy department. His research focused on the topic: “A Contribution to the Study of Certain Hepatoprotective Plants Belonging to Family Apiaceae and Asteraceae.” Between 2005 and 2007, he completed a Diploma in Health Care Administration at the American University in Cairo.

In April 2008, he participated in a Fellowship at St. Jude Children’s Hospital. In September 2010, he registered for an MSc in Clinical Pharmacy at the Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University. He furthered his education by attending the Basis and Intermediate Master Class in Oncology Pharmacy in Vienna, Austria in October 2012, followed by the Advanced Master Class in Oncology Pharmacy in Dresden, Germany in October 2013.He obtained a Master’s Degree in Pharmaceutical Science, specializing in Clinical Pharmacy from the Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University in September 2015. His thesis was titled: “The Use of Valproic Acid in Pediatric Oncology Setting.” In 2016, he became a Certified Professional Trainer through the American University in Cairo. Finally, in September 2018, he became a PhD Candidate in Pharmaceutical Science, specializing in Clinical Pharmacy. His research topic is: “Evaluation of Antimicrobial Stewardship Program in Pediatric Oncology.”

🏆 Awards

He has received several prestigious awards, including the German President Award for Students, an Award from the Egyptian Hospital Pharmacist Association, and the First Lady Award for Excellence in 2010. He was recognized at the 1st Student Development Conference at Sinai University in 2010 and received the Egyptian Pharmacy Syndicate Award in the same year. Most recently, he earned the Best Pharmacist Award in 2018 from the Egyptian Pharmacy Syndicate CME Committee.

💼 Work Experience

From May 1998 to September 2002, he worked as a Clinical Pharmacist at the National Cancer Institute, Cairo University. His key responsibilities included the I.V. admixture of antibiotics and cytotoxic agents, leading the Clinical Pharmacy Development Program, and serving as the Senior Clinical Pharmacist and Night Shift Manager. His achievements include establishing Policies, Procedures, and Guidelines for the Oncology Clinical Pharmacy and overseeing operations as Senior Pharmacist.From 1999 to 2006, he served as a Senior Clinical Pharmacy Consultant at the Domiatta Cancer Institute, Egyptian Ministry of Health, where he managed the Clinical Pharmacy Development Program and established a protocol book for oncology clinical practices. He directed Annual Strategic Planning for clinical pharmacy services.

He also worked at the Tanta Cancer Institute and Menia Cancer Institute as a Senior Clinical Pharmacy Consultant from 1999 to 2000, leading the Clinical Pharmacy Development Program and training nursing staff in oncology pharmacy practices. His achievements included developing Oncology Clinical Pharmacy Guidelines and designing an Oncology Nurse Training Program.From 2001 to 2007, he continued as a Senior Clinical Pharmacy Consultant at the Sohag Cancer Institute, where he led the Clinical Pharmacy Development Program and developed a protocol book, directing Annual Strategic Planning and establishing policies for oncology pharmacy.

From 2008 to 2009, he worked at Frensh Qasr El Eini, Cairo University, where he managed the Clinical Pharmacy Development Program and created a protocol book, implementing clinical pharmacy policies and planning procedures.Finally, from April 1999 to 2006, he was a Teaching Assistant in the Pharmacognosy Department at the Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University (Beni Suef). His responsibilities included preparing lab equipment, delivering lectures, and supervising students. His achievements enhanced Pharmacognosy teaching methods and improved student engagement.

publications Top Noted📄

SIOPE and ESOP recommendations for extemporaneous compounding of oral liquid medicine formulations in pediatric oncology

Authors: Otsokolhich, M., Annereau, M., Bauters, T., Vassal, G., Buraja, S.

Journal: EJC Paediatric Oncology

Year: 2024

Correlation of Genetic Polymorphism of CYP3A5 to Cyclophosphamide Efficacy and Toxicity in Rhabdomyosarcoma Pediatric Egyptian Cancer Patients

Authors: ElShereef, C.E., Zaki, H.F., Badary, O.A., El Naga, S.A., Saber, M.M.

Journal: Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer Prevention

Year: 2024

Optimizing vancomycin therapeutic drug monitoring compliance in pediatric oncology: towards personalized medication management

Authors: Mohamed, R.G., Saber, R., Hussein, M.A., Shalaby, L., Nagy, M.

Journal: Personalized Medicine

Year: 2024

Efficacy and Toxicity of Vincristine and CYP3A5 Genetic Polymorphism in Rhabdomyosarcoma Pediatric Egyptian Patients

Authors: Shalaby, N., Zaki, H.F., Badary, O.A., Abouelnaga, S., Saber, M.M.

Journal: Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer Prevention

Year: 2024

Current status of African pediatric oncology education efforts aligned with the Global Initiative for Childhood Cancer

Authors: van Heerden, J., Lisa Christine, I., Downing, J., Balagadde-Kambugu, J., Geel, J.

Journal: Pediatric Hematology and Oncology

Year: 2023

 

Prof Dr. Reza Zarghami, Computational Fluid Dynamics in Chemical Engineering, Chemical Engineering Innovation Award

Prof Dr. Reza Zarghami, Computational Fluid Dynamics in Chemical Engineering, Chemical Engineering Innovation Award

Prof Dr. Reza Zarghami, University of Tehran, Iran

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🎓Educational Background

Prof. Zarghami earned his B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering from Shiraz University (1991-1995), followed by an M.Sc. (1995-1998) and Ph.D. (2003-2009) in Chemical Engineering from the University of Tehran. He further expanded his expertise with a Postdoctoral Fellowship at Ecole Polytechnique de Montréal, Canada (2009).

📅Professional Experience 

His career path includes roles as Assistant Professor (2009-2014), Associate Professor (2014-2019), and currently as a Professor (2019-present). He also served as an Adjunct Professor (2012-2014), underscoring his dedication to both teaching and research.

🔬Research Labs Development 

Prof. Zarghami has played a pivotal role in establishing the Pharmaceutical Engineering Lab and the Advanced Process Control Lab at the University of Tehran, providing essential infrastructure for cutting-edge research and advanced student training in chemical engineering.

🏆Achievements and Awards 

Throughout his career, Prof. Zarghami has made remarkable contributions by developing new courses and research centers, authoring influential publications such as a book on CFD-DEM and Fluid Dynamics, and receiving multiple university awards and national recognition for his achievements in academia.

🔬Domain and Research Lines 

Prof. Dr. Reza Zarghami specializes in Chemical/Process Engineering, with his research focusing on three key areas: Modeling and Simulation, Data Science and Analysis, and Pharmaceutical Engineering. His work in these domains bridges theoretical innovation and practical application, contributing to advancements in chemical engineering.

🤝Professional Memberships 

He is actively involved in several esteemed organizations, such as the Iranian Association of Chemical Engineering, Iranian Association of Engineering Education, and the Chief-Editors Committee at the College of Engineering, University of Tehran. Prof. Zarghami also contributes to the Research and Development Committee at the School of Chemical Engineering and serves on the Developing Committee for Iranian Petroleum Standard (IPS) under the Ministry of Petroleum. His global contributions include membership in World-Academies (WAC) for Education and Research and the Center of Excellence for Pharmaceutical Engineering.

🌟Leadership/Executive Experience 

Prof. Zarghami has held several leadership positions, including Head of the Pharmaceutical Engineering Program (2009-2013) and Head of Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Engineering, Energy and Environment Group (2013-2015). He is currently the Dean of the School of Chemical Engineering (2021-2024), where he leads initiatives aimed at promoting innovation and academic excellence.

📚Teaching Activities

In his role as an educator, Prof. Zarghami is committed to creating an engaging learning environment through active learning and student engagement. He has developed and taught key courses such as Mixing Process, Advanced Fluid Mechanics, and CFD in Chemical Engineering, focusing on practical and research-oriented education.

📊Research Activities

His research encompasses Data Science, Modeling and Simulation, and Pharmaceutical Engineering. His notable projects include work on Nonlinear Dynamics and Chaos, Multiphase Flow and Conditional Monitoring, and Process Fault Detection and Control, all of which have significant implications for the future of chemical engineering and process optimization.

💻Computer Skills 

Prof. Zarghami possesses advanced proficiency in several computational tools, including Matlab, Python, Fortran, C++, Ansys Fluent, Hysis, Aspen, and OpenFoam. These skills enable him to conduct complex simulations and analyses essential for cutting-edge research in chemical and process engineering.

Publications Top Noted📑

Jet injection and spout formation in a fluidized bed

Authors: Khakpour, H., Mostoufi, N., Sotudeh-Gharebagh, R., Zarghami, R.

Journal: International Journal of Multiphase Flow

Year: 2024

Development of robust polysesquioxane/polymer dual-network hybrid membranes for flue gas carbon capture

Authors: Chen, Y., Li, Q., Liu, H., Tsuru, T., Wang, B.

Journal: Chemical Engineering Science

Year: 2024

Optimized data driven fault detection and diagnosis in chemical processes

Authors: Ardali, N.R., Zarghami, R., Gharebagh, R.S.

Journal: Computers and Chemical Engineering

Year: 2024

CFD-DEM mixing of rod-like and spherical particles in fluidized beds

Authors: Kazemi, S., Zarghami, R., Mostoufi, N., Sotudeh-Gharebagh, R., Chaouki, J.

Journal: Powder Technology

Year: 2024

Biocompatible nano-bandage modified with silver nanoparticles based on herbal for burn treatment

Authors: Karami, R., Moradipour, P., Arkan, E., Rashidi, K., Darvishi, E.

Journal: Polymer Bulletin

Year: 2024

On Bubble-Jet Interactions in Fluidized Beds

Authors: Rabbani, A., Sotudeh Gharebagh, R., Zarghami, R., Mostoufi, N.

Journal: Industrial and Engineering Chemistry Research

Year: 2024

Prof. Dalia Attia, Nanochemistry, Nano pharmaceutical, Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dalia Attia, Nanochemistry, Best Researcher Award

Professor at The British university in Egypt, Egypt

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👩‍🏫📚Academic Leadership and Teaching 

As Professor and Head of the Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology at the British University in Egypt (BUE) since September 2015, I have led the teaching and supervision of courses such as Dosage Forms Formulation, Pharmacokinetics, and Biopharmaceutics. My role includes enhancing research activities in the fields of pharmaceutical nanotechnology and drug delivery systems.

🏆💡Educational Background and Research Innovations 

I hold a PhD in Pharmaceutics from Al-Azhar University, where my thesis addressed controlled release delivery systems. I have contributed to the field through patent applications for innovative pharmaceutical formulations, demonstrating my commitment to advancing pharmaceutical sciences.

🎓🔬Research Supervision and Student Mentorship 

I have supervised over 10 Master’s and PhD theses and guide 5th-year students on their graduation projects. As an external examiner, I uphold academic integrity by evaluating Master’s and PhD defenses. I also mentor academic staff and oversee their performance reviews.

📋✅Administrative Responsibilities and Communication 

In my administrative capacity, I communicate the University’s strategic goals and policy developments to the Department. I ensure the preparation of class and examination schedules and disseminate information from Faculty Council meetings, fostering a cohesive academic environment.

🌍✈️Previous Academic Roles and Contributions 

My experience includes roles as Associate Professor and Acting HoD in various institutions, where I taught subjects such as Physical Pharmacy and Hospital Pharmacy. During my time as an Honorary Lecturer at Manchester University, I focused on the molecular design of biomaterials for biomedical applications.

✍️📖Editorial Roles and Community Engagement 

I serve on the Editorial Boards of several reputable journals, including the Madridge Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and the Global Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, contributing to research enrichment and knowledge exchange in the scientific community.

Publications Top Noted📚

Rosemary and neem: an insight into their combined anti-dandruff and anti-hair loss efficacy

Authors: Hashem, M.M., Attia, D., Hashem, Y.A., Adel, F., Salama, M.M.
Journal: Scientific Reports
Year: 2024

Resolving acne with optimized adapalene microspongeal gel, in vivo and clinical evaluations

Authors: Yehia, R.M., Teaima, M.H., Ragaie, M.H., Attia, D.A., El-Nabarawi, M.A.
Journal: Scientific Reports
Year: 2024

From beverage to anticancer agent: The repurposing of green coffee bean extract loaded in solid lipid nanoparticles

Authors: Moussa, Y.A., Teaima, M.H., Elmazar, M.M., Attia, D.A., El-Nabarawi, M.A.
Journal: Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology
Year: 2024

Glucospanlastics: innovative antioxidant and anticancer ascorbyl-2-glucoside vesicles for striking topical performance of repurposed itraconazole

Authors: Lamie, C., Elmowafy, E., Attia, D., Mortada, N.D.
Journal: RSC Advances
Year: 2024

Chewing gum containing repaglinide solid dispersion using mesoporous silica nanoparticles for management of diabetes mellitus: In-vitro evaluation and clinical appraisal

Authors: Badawi, N.M., Amer, R.I., Attia, D.A., Fayez, A.M., Dawoud, M.H.S.
Journal: Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology
Year: 2024

Microsponges-mediated targeted topical delivery of rosemary oil for hair growth promotion: optimization and in-vivo studies

Authors: Yehia, R.M., Lamie, C., Attia, D.A.
Journal: Pharmaceutical Development and Technology
Year: 2024

Ms. Caren Nicole Moreno, Biomolecules, Young Scientist Award

Ms. Caren Nicole Moreno, Biomolecules, Young Scientist Award

Ms. Caren Nicole Moreno, Centro de Investigación en Biofísica Aplicada y Alimentos (CIBAAL-UNSE-CONICET), Argentina

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🎓Educational Background 

Bachelor’s Degree in Biotechnology
National University of Santiago del Estero (UNSE), Argentina
2018 – 2024

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry
National University of Santiago del Estero (UNSE), Argentina
2019 – Present

💼Professional Experience

Experimental Medicine Laboratory, German Hospital
Research Intern (Aug. 2024 – Present)

Institute for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (INN), Atomic Center of Bariloche
Summer Fellow (Feb. 2024 – Mar. 2024)

Weisburd Bier S.A.
Quality Control Supervisor (Aug. 2023 – Jan. 2024)

Institute of Bionanotechnology of the NOA (INBIONATEC)
Research Intern (Mar. 2022 – Oct. 2022)

🔬Research Interests 

 Molecular biology and microbiology 
 Nanotechnology and its applications 
 Probiotics and prebiotics 
 Biotechnology and its applications in improving human health and the environment 

🏆 Distinctions and Scholarships

Honor Board of the National University of Santiago del Estero (2023)

Scholarship EVC-CIN (2022-2023)

Santander Study Grants (2022)

Summer Scholarship of the Balseiro Institute (2024)

Publication📝

Molecular Insight into the Response of Lactic Acid Bacteria to Bile Acids

Authors: Caren N Moreno, Jorge N Gomez, María P Taranto, Ana E Ledesma, Ana Y Bustos

Journal: Bio Tech

Year: 2024