Prof. Khadiga Kelani | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Khadiga Kelani | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Cairo university Faculty of Pharmacy, Egypt

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🎓Academic Background

Dr. Khadiga Mohamed Omar Kelani holds a distinguished academic career in Pharmaceutical Analytical Chemistry. She earned her Ph.D., M.Sc., and B.Sc. in Analytical Chemistry from the Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University, Egypt. Her solid foundation in analytical chemistry has propelled her into leadership roles in both academic and professional spheres.

👩‍🏫Employment History

Dr. Khadiga Mohamed Omar Kelani's illustrious career spans over four decades, reflecting her unwavering dedication to academic excellence and leadership in the field of Pharmaceutical Analytical Chemistry. Currently, she serves as the Vice-Dean for Graduate Studies, Community Development, and Environmental Affairs at MTI University, a role she has held since 2020. Previously, she was the Vice-Dean for Students and Education Affairs at the same institution from 2015 to 2020, showcasing her commitment to fostering student success and institutional development.

Between 2013 and 2015, Dr. Kelani served as a Professor and Chairman of the Analytical Chemistry Department at MTI University. Before that, she was a Professor of Analytical Chemistry at Cairo University from 2011 to 2013, further strengthening her academic and research credentials. Her earlier roles included serving as a Professor and Chairman of the Analytical Chemistry Department at 6 October University from 2007 to 2011. Additionally, Dr. Kelani has held various academic roles, including Lecturer, Assistant Lecturer, and Instructor, at prestigious institutions such as Cairo University and Nairobi University, demonstrating her expansive contribution to higher education.

🔬Professional Training and Expertise

Dr. Kelani has augmented her academic and professional career through specialized training in advanced instrumental analysis techniques. She completed Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) training at Cairo University in 1996, equipping her with expertise in structural analysis and molecular research. That same year, she underwent Instrumental Analysis training at the National Organization for Drug Control and Research, further enhancing her proficiency in cutting-edge analytical methodologies. These certifications underscore Dr. Kelani’s technical expertise and her ability to apply advanced tools to pharmaceutical research and education.

đź“ś Memberships and Committee Roles

Dr. Khadiga is an esteemed member of the Committee for Evaluation of Scientific Production for the ranks of Professor and Assistant Professor in Pharmaceutical Analytical Chemistry under the Supreme Council of Universities, Egypt. She has also contributed to numerous Ph.D. and M.Sc. thesis evaluation committees across leading Egyptian universities.

Publications Top Notedđź“š

A sustainable approach to Chromatography: Simultaneous determination of Paracetamol, Methocarbamol, and impurities with a Focus on environmental and Computational metrics

Authors: Kelani, K.M., Essam, H.M., Mohamed, A.R., Bassuoni, Y.F.

Journal: Microchemical Journal

Year: 2025

Ecological multivariate assisted spectrophotometric methods for determination of antipyrine and benzocaine HCl in presence of antipyrine official impurity and benzocaine HCl degradant: toward greenness and whiteness

Authors: Kelani, K.M., Hegazy, M.A., Hassan, A.M., Nadim, A.H.

Journal: BMC Chemistry

Year: 2024

Colorimetric approach based on iron oxide magnetic molecularly imprinted nanozyme for sensitive determination of antipyrine and benzocaine: Application to environmental water samples and pharmaceutical dosage form

Authors: Hassan, A.M., Kelani, K.M., Hegazy, M.A., Nadim, A.H.

Journal: Microchemical Journal

Year: 2024

Innovative voltammetric techniques for bumadizone analysis in pharmaceutical and biological samples: emphasizing green, white, and blue analytical approaches

Authors: Kelani, K.M., Said, R.A., El-Dosoky, M.A., Mohamed, A.R.

Journal: Scientific Reports

Year: 2024

Design of point-of-care electrochemical sensor for therapeutic drug monitoring of ofloxacin in biological fluids

Authors: Kelani, K.M., Fayez, Y.M., Gad, A.G., Mahmoud, A.M.

Journal: Journal of Analytical Science and Technology

Year: 2024

Prof. Pramod Hurkadale | Chromatography | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Pramod Hurkadale | Chromatography | Best Researcher Award

Professor at KLE College of Pharmacy, KLE Academy of Higher Education & Research, Belagavi 590010 Karnataka, India

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🎓 Educational Background

Dr. Pramod J. Hurkadale, Professor in the Department of Pharmacognosy at KLES College of Pharmacy, Belagavi, Karnataka, India, has a distinguished academic background. He completed his B. Pharm degree from Kuvempu University, Shivamogga, and earned his M. Pharm degree with distinction from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bengaluru. Dr. Pramod was awarded a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences under the AICTE-sponsored Quality Improvement Program at Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences. Additionally, he holds a Diploma in Clinical Research from Catalyst Clinical Services Ltd, New Delhi.

👨‍🏫 Professional Experience

Dr. Pramod boasts an impressive 22 years of teaching and research experience, mentoring undergraduate and postgraduate students. He has guided 10 Ph.D. scholars under KLE University, contributing significantly to pharmaceutical education and research. His teaching excellence has earned him the Best Teacher Award, affirming his dedication to student success and academic excellence.

🏆 Awards and Recognitions

Dr. Pramod’s excellence in academics and research has been recognized with several accolades. He received the Best of the Batch Award from Zydus-Indon Cadila Health Care Ltd, Ahmedabad, and was honored with the Best Paper Award at both national and international conferences. Additionally, his outstanding teaching contributions earned him the Best Teacher Award.

🤝 Professional Memberships and Roles

Dr. Pramod is an active member of multiple professional bodies, including APTI, ISP, SFE, and KSPC. He has worked as Secretary for organizing several workshops and conferences, both national and international, sponsored by ICMR, AICTE, UGC, IPA, and others. He currently serves as an EC Member and Coordinator for the Society of Pharmacognosy, India, and as the Coordinator for the Society for Ethnopharmacology, Belagavi Chapter.

🌱 Research Interests and Collaborations

Dr. Pramod’s research focuses on herbal formulations, biosurfactants, traditional medicines, ethnomedicinal plants, and their pharmacological screening. His work includes collaboration with the National Institute of Traditional Medicine, ICMR, Belagavi on tissue culture studies of medicinal plants from the Western Ghats region. His passion for research drives his exploration of innovative approaches to harness the potential of ethnobotanical knowledge for therapeutic applications.

Publications Top Notedđź“š

Greenness Evaluation and Simultaneous High-Performance Thin-Layer Chromatography Method for Determination of Powder Mixture and Ayurvedic Formulation

Authors: Balekundri, A.; Hurkadale, P.; Hegde, H.

Journal: National Academy Science Letters

Year: 2024

Quality assessment, HPTLC-DPPH, analytical quality by design based HPTLC method development for estimation of piperine in piper species and marketed formulations

Authors: Balekundri, A.; Hurkadale, P.J.; Hegde, H.

Journal: Green Analytical Chemistry

Year: 2024

6-Benzylaminopurine Induces High-Frequency Multiplication in Vulnerable Hill Turmeric (Curcuma pseudomontana J. Graham): A Potential In Vitro Conservation Tool

Authors: Vaze, G.V.; Hurkadale, P.J.; Hegde, H.V.

Journal: Biotropia

Year: 2024

High-performance thin-layer chromatography fingerprint profile analysis and spectro-densitometric evaluation of antiproliferative antioxidants such as ellagic acid and gallic acid from four widely used Terminalia species

Authors: Bidikar, C.M.; Hurkadale, P.J.; Nandanwadkar, S.M.; Khale, A.; Phanse, M.

Journal: Journal of Planar Chromatography – Modern TLC

Year: 2023

Ms. Jiawei Liang, Analytical Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Jiawei Liang, Analytical Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Ms. Jiawei Liang, Liaoning Technical University, China

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đź“š Academic and Professional Background

Jiawei Liang currently pursuing a Master of Engineering with a focus on mine gas disaster prevention. My research seeks to address critical safety concerns in mining through innovative approaches to disaster prevention, aiming to reduce hazardous events in underground mining environments.

🧪 Areas of Research

My primary research area is mine gas disaster prevention. I am dedicated to exploring effective methods to mitigate gas hazards in mining settings, contributing to safer working conditions and environmental conservation in the mining industry.

đź’ˇ Contributions

My research focuses on uncovering the interaction mechanisms between small-molecule organics and coal molecules. By examining charge transfer processes in substances like methyl benzene, tetrahydrofuran, n-hexane, and methane, I aim to shed light on their influence on methane adsorption characteristics in anthracite coal. These insights hold valuable implications for enhancing coal mine safety in China and offer new perspectives on preventing gas-related disasters in mining.

Publications Top Notedđź“š

Effect of small-molecule organic matter on methane adsorption in anthracite

Authors: Gao, D., Liang, J., Hong, L., Yang, Z., Wang, J.
Journal: Journal of Saudi Chemical Society
Year: 2024

Study on the Effect of H2S on the Adsorption of CH4, N2, and CO2 by Anthracite

Authors: Gao, D., Liang, J., Hong, L., Zheng, D.
Journal: ACS Omega
Year: 2024

Prof. Ashraf El-Shamy, Environmental Analytical Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Ashraf El-Shamy, Environmental Analytical Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Professor at National Research Centre, Egypt

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🎓Education

PhD: Physical Chemistry, Ain Shams University, 2003

M.Sc.: Biological Chemistry, Cairo University, 1997

B.Sc.: Special Chemistry, Zagazig University, 1989

đź’Ľ Professional Experience

Teaching: Chemical Engineering at Higher Technological Institutes and King Abdul-Aziz University

Training Courses: Covered topics from General to Physical Chemistry, Corrosion, and Microbial Corrosion

🔬 Research Interests

Eco-friendly Corrosion Protection: Organic materials for metals in polluted saltwater

Heavy Metal Removal: By-products for wastewater treatment

Nanomaterials: Waste removal with nanomaterials

Desalination: Electro-dialysis cell development

Biocide Improvement: Enhancing biocides for sulfate-reducing bacteria

Wastewater Treatment: Physical and chemical methods for petroleum industry

🧪 Techniques

Surface Analysis: UV/Vis, IR/FTIR, XPS, SEM, TEM, AFM

Film Monitoring: Electrochemical impedance, Quartz crystal microbalance

Corrosion Monitoring: Weight loss, polarization techniques

Scale Monitoring: NACE standard methods

Microbial Corrosion: Biocide efficacy tests

Publication Top Noted đź“ť

“Flawless polyaniline coating for preservation and corrosion protection of ancient steel spearheads: an archaeological study from military museum, Al-Qala, Egypt”

Authors: Megahed, M.M., Elashery, N.H., Saleh, S.M., El-Shamy, A.M.

Journal: Scientific Reports

Year: 2024

“Phytochemical analysis and evaluation of its antioxidant, antimicrobial, and cytotoxic activities for different extracts of Casuarina equisetifolia”

Authors: Abdallah, W.E., Shams, K.A., El-Shamy, A.M.

Journal: BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies

Year: 2024

“Green synthesis of silver nanoparticles by waste of Murcott Mandarin peel as a sustainable approach for efficient heavy metal removal from metal industrial wastewater”

Authors: Aboelghait, K.M., Abdallah, W.E., Abdelfattah, I., El-Shamy, A.M.

Journal: Separation and Purification Technology

Year: 2024

“Integrating Science, Culture, and Conservation in Safeguarding Brass Antiquities from Microbial Corrosion”

Authors: Sedek, M.Y., Megahed, M.M., El-Shamy, A.M.

Journal: Journal of Bio- and Tribo-Corrosion

Year: 2024

“Continuous Removal of Organic Micropollutants from Municipal Treated Effluents and Studying Kinetics of Removal of Methylene Blue as a Model Micropollutant Component in Batch and Continuous Flow Systems”

Authors: Abdelfattah, I., Maurer, P., Duelli, G., El-Shamy, A.M.

Journal: Egyptian Journal of Chemistry

Year: 2024

“Nanoinert diatomaceous and emamectin benzoate: Enhancing wheat protection against fall armyworms for sustainable management”

Authors: Wahba, T.F., El-Bassyouni, G.T., El-Shamy, A.M., Wahba, M.N.

Journal: South African Journal of Botany

Year: 2024

Prof Dr. stella Girousi, Analytical Chemistry, Women Researcher Award

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Prof Dr. stella Girousi, Analytical Chemistry, Women Researcher Award

Prof Dr. stella Girousi, AUTh, Greece

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🌟Summary

Dr. Stella Girousi is a renowned researcher in the field of analytical chemistry, specializing in the development and application of electroanalytical methods. Her work focuses on voltammetric determination of metals, electrochemical biosensors, and the study of biologically and environmentally significant compounds. With numerous publications and book chapters, she contributes significantly to advancements in bioanalytical tools and nanomaterial-based electrode surfaces.

🎓Education 

B.Sc. in Chemistry – Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece

M.Sc. in Analytical Chemistry – Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece

Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry – Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece

👩‍🔬Professional Experience 

Professor – Analytical Chemistry Laboratory, Chemistry Department, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece

Researcher – Specializing in electrochemical biosensors, voltammetric methods, and nanomaterials

🔬Research Interests 

Electroanalytical Methods: Developing voltammetric techniques using mercury, carbon, and mercury/bismuth thin film electrodes

Electrochemical Biosensors: Creating DNA biosensors for studying drug-DNA interactions, detecting micromolar compounds, and epigenetic control

Nanomaterials: Innovating electrode surfaces with nanomaterials and screen printing technology

Bioanalytical Applications: Applying electroanalytical methods to biological, environmental, and food samples, as well as pharmacologically active compounds

Publicationsđź“š

Bismuth Film along with dsDNA-Modified Electrode Surfaces as Promising (bio)Sensors in the Analysis of Heavy Metals in Soils

Authors: Keramari, V.; Papadimou, S.G.; Golia, E.E.; Girousi, S.

Journal: Biosensors

Year: 2024

Preparation of a Glassy Carbon Electrode Modified with Saffron Conjugated Silver Nanoparticles for the Sensitive and Selective Electroanalytical Determination of Amoxicillin in Urine Samples

Authors: Sarakatsanou, C.; Karastogianni, S.; Girousi, S.

Journal: Analytical Methods

Year: 2023

New Prospects in the Electroanalysis of Heavy Metal Ions (Cd, Pb, Zn, Cu): Development and Application of Novel Electrode Surfaces

Authors: Keramari, V.; Karastogianni, S.; Girousi, S.

Journal: Methods and Protocols

Year: 2023

Different Aspects of the Voltammetric Detection of Vitamins: A Review

Authors: Kiamiloglou, D.; Girousi, S.

Journal: Biosensors

Year: 2023

Promising Electrode Surfaces, Modified with Nanoparticles, in the Sensitive and Selective Electroanalytical Determination of Antibiotics: A Review

Authors: Sarakatsanou, C.; Karastogianni, S.; Girousi, S.

Journal: Applied Sciences (Switzerland)

Year: 2023

Applications of Sensitive Electrode Surfaces; Determination of Different Classes of Antibiotics

Authors: Girousi, S.; Sarakatsanou, C.

Journal: Nanosensors

Year: 2023

Assist Prof Dr. Faezeh Shahdost-Fard, Analytical Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

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Assist Prof Dr. Faezeh Shahdost Fard, Analytical Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr. Faezeh Shahdost-Fard, Farhangian University, Iran

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Dr. Faezeh Shahdost-Fard is an Assistant Professor of Analytical Chemistry at the Department of Chemistry Education, Farhangian University. Specializing in the development of advanced (Apta)sensors, her cutting-edge research harnesses nanomaterials to create innovative biosensing solutions. Her work primarily focuses on electrochemical and optical biosensing technologies for detecting various narcotics, deadly drugs, and specific bioanalytes.

 🎓Education

Postdoc: Brain Microelectrode for In-Vitro Monitoring, Sharif University of Technology/IPM (2020-2023)

Postdoc: Optical Sensor for Visual Detection, Tarbiat Modares University (2020)

Postdoc: Optical Sensor based on Nanostructures, Sharif University of Technology (2019-2020)

Postdoc: Electrochemical Aptasensors for Early Diagnosis of Autism, Ilam University (2018-2019)

Ph.D.: Electrochemical and Optical Aptasensors for Narcotic Drug and Cancer Detection, Ilam University (2013-2017)

M.Sc.: Electrochemical Aptasensors for Heart Biomarker Measurement, University of Kurdistan (2009-2012)

B.Sc.: Designing New Methods for Drug Measurement, Isfahan University of Technology (2005-2009)

 💼Professional Experience

Assistant Professor: Analytical Chemistry, Farhangian University

Postdoctoral Researcher: Various positions focusing on electrochemical and optical sensors at prestigious Iranian universities including Sharif University of Technology, Tarbiat Modares University, and Ilam University

🔬Research Interests

Biosensing Technologies: Development of electrochemical and optical-based biosensors for detecting narcotics, deadly drugs, and bioanalytes.

Nanomaterials: Synthesis and application of nanomaterials derived from bio-wastes in sensor fabrication.

AptaSensors: Creating innovative aptasensors for a variety of targets including medical diagnostics and environmental monitoring.

Publicationsđź“ť

Central composite design-assisted visual and non-invasive detection of sertraline by sweet lemon waste-derived core-shell AuNPs@CDs

Authors: Madani-Nejad, E., Shokrollahi, A., Shahdost-Fard, F.

Journal: Analytica Chimica Acta

Year: 2024

A nitrogen-doped hollow carbon nanospheres-based aptasensor for non-invasive salivary detection of progesterone

Authors: Ghanbarzadeh, M., Ghaffarinejad, A., Shahdost-Fard, F.

Journal: Talanta

Year: 2024

Lemon-based core–shell Au@Pd nanoparticles as green nanoprobe: Towards fast and visual detection of trifluoperazine

Authors: Madani-Nejad, E., Shokrollahi, A., Shahdost-Fard, F.

Journal: Microchemical Journal

Year: 2024

A smartphone-based colorimetric assay using Cu-tannic acid nanosheets (Cu-TA NShs) as a laccase-mimicking nanozyme for visual detection of quercetin in vegetables

Authors: Davoodi-Rad, K., Shokrollahi, A., Shahdost-Fard, F., Azadkish, K., Madani-Nejad, E.

Journal: Microchimica Acta

Year: 2024

High sensitive detection of methamphetamine by high-performance aptasensing platform based on nickel oxide nanoparticles anchored on mxene

Authors: Khorablou, Z., Shahdost-Fard, F., Razmi, H.

Journal: Microchemical Journal

Year: 2023

Hollow carbon spheres decorated by silver nanocubes as the advanced aptasensing interface for sensitive and selective tracing of methamphetamine in human biofluids

Authors: Khorablou, Z., Shahdost-Fard, F., Razmi, H.

Journal: Biosensors and Bioelectronics: X

Year: 2023