Assist Prof Dr. Tarnveer Kaur | Physical Chemistry | Women Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr. Tarnveer Kaur | Physical Chemistry | Women Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr. Tarnveer Kaur | SGGSWU, Fatehgarh Sahib, Punjab | India

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🎓 Academic Qualifications

Dr. Tarnveer Kaur is a dedicated academic with a specialization in Physical Chemistry. She earned her Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry (2016-2023) from Punjabi University, Patiala, under the guidance of Dr. Poonam Patyar. Her thesis, Thermodynamics Investigations of Some Protein Model Compounds in Aqueous Ionic Liquid Solutions, reflects her profound expertise in thermodynamics and molecular interactions. Dr. Kaur also holds an M.Phil. in Physical Chemistry (2013-2015), with a thesis on Volumetric Studies of Glycine with Aqueous Succinic Acid and Sodium Succinate Buffer at Different Temperatures, demonstrating her focus on volumetric and solution chemistry. She has completed her M.Sc. in Physical Chemistry (2008-2010) and B.Sc. in Non-Medical Sciences (2005-2008), both from Punjabi University, Patiala, and A.S. College, Khanna, respectively. Additionally, Dr. Kaur achieved her B.Ed. degree in 2011-2012 from the State College of Education, Patiala.

🧪 Research Experience

Dr. Kaur’s research contributions are extensive and include the synthesis of imidazolium ionic liquids, buffer solutions, organic acids, and amino acids. Her studies emphasize thermodynamic parameters, such as density and viscosity, alongside advanced techniques like FTIR, UV-visible spectroscopy, and TGA analysis. Her doctoral and M.Phil. work has significantly advanced the understanding of molecular interactions in aqueous solutions.

🏫 Teaching Experience

Dr. Kaur has a rich teaching background with experience spanning over a decade. She currently serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Sri Guru Granth Sahib World University, Fatehgarh Sahib (since September 27, 2023). Previously, she taught Statistical Thermodynamics to M.Sc. students at Punjabi University, Patiala, during short tenures in 2020 and 2019. Her initial teaching role was at GSSDGS Khalsa College, Patiala (2012-2013), where she instructed both M.Sc. and B.Sc. students.

🏅 Professional Memberships

Dr. Tarnveer Kaur actively participates in several prestigious professional organizations, reflecting her commitment to advancing the field of Physical Chemistry. She is a Lifetime Member of The Indian Thermodynamic Society at GNDU, holding the Fellowship No. LM-318, which underscores her significant contributions to thermodynamic research. Additionally, she has been a Member of the IRC Scientific and Technical Committee & Editorial Review Board on Chemical and Materials Engineering, further showcasing her engagement with cutting-edge developments in the field. Dr. Kaur also served as a Member of the American Chemical Society (ACS) from 2019 to 2020, a testament to her global outlook and active involvement in the broader scientific community.

Publications Top Noted📚

Impact of BMImCl on the thermophysical and FTIR properties of protein model compounds in aqueous solutions

Authors: Kaur, T., Patyar, P.
Journal: Journal of Molecular Liquids
Year: 2023

Transport behaviour and FT-IR study of some protein model compounds + 1-butyl-3-methylimidazolium bromide mixtures at different temperatures

Authors: Patyar, P., Kaur, T.
Journal: Journal of Molecular Liquids
Year: 2022

Volumetric Investigations on Molecular Interactions of Glycine/l-alanine in Aqueous Citric Acid Solutions at Different Temperatures

Authors: Patyar, P., Kaur, G., Kaur, T.
Journal: Journal of Solution Chemistry
Year: 2018

Molecular interactions of some amino acids in aqueous 1-butyl-3-methylimidazolium bromide solutions at different temperatures: A volumetric approach

Authors: Patyar, P., Kaur, T., Sethi, O.
Journal: Journal of Chemical Thermodynamics
Year: 2018

Volumetric behavior of glycine in aqueous succinic acid and sodium succinate buffer at different temperatures

Authors: Singh, G., Patyar, P., Kaur, T., Kaur, G.
Journal: Journal of Molecular Liquids
Year: 2016

Prof. Guodong Zheng | Applied Chemistry | Applied Chemistry Solution Award

Prof. Guodong Zheng | Applied Chemistry | Applied Chemistry Solution Award

Professor at China University of Geosciences at Wuhan | China

Dr. Guodong Zheng, with an extensive and illustrious career in applied and environmental geochemistry, is a compelling candidate for the Applied Chemistry Solution Award. His background and accomplishments align strongly with the criteria for this award, which emphasizes innovation, impactful research, and applied solutions in the field of chemistry.

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🎓Academic Background 

Dr. Guodong Zheng earned his Ph.D. in Multi-Disciplinary Sciences from The University of Tokyo in 2001, under the guidance of Prof. Bukuichiro Takano. He also holds a B.Sc. in Geology from Lanzhou University, China, where he studied under Prof. Xueming Fu.

🌐 Professional Experiences

Dr. Zheng is a highly esteemed Professor of Geochemistry at the China University of Geosciences, Wuhan, a role he has held since 2021. His previous positions include Professor at the Northwest Institute of Eco-Environment and Resources (Chinese Academy of Sciences) from 2016 to 2021, and Professor at the Key Laboratory of Gas Geochemistry (Institute of Geology and Geophysics, CAS) under the 100-Talent Program from 2006 to 2016. Internationally, he gained research experience as an Associate at Stevens Institute of Technology, USA, where he led geochemical studies on environmental pollution. Dr. Zheng’s global career also includes a JSPS Fellowship at Hiroshima University, Japan, where he researched rhenium-osmium isotopes in geological formations, and a geoenvironmental engineering role at Cardiff University, UK, where he led studies on metal pollution in aquatic environments.

🏆 Awards and Honors

Dr. Zheng has earned numerous accolades, including the Excellence in Review Award by Applied Geochemistry (2022), the Distinguished-Scholar Award from the China University of Geosciences (2021), and the prestigious 100-Talent Program Award by the Chinese Academy of Sciences (2006-2009). His paper on methane-rich natural gas origins ranked among the Top-100 Geoscience Articles in Scientific Reports (2017). His poster presentations on gas geochemistry won second and third place at the 14th International Conference of Gas Geochemistry in Wrocław, Poland (2017). His early achievements include receiving the “Silver Hammer Prize” for Young Geologists from the Chinese Association of Geology in 1992.

🔬 Laboratory and Research Expertise

Dr. Zheng has extensive expertise in advanced geochemical analysis techniques. His skills include using petrography microscopes for mineral studies, SEM-EDX for pyrite analysis in landslide zones, X-ray fluorescence for elemental analysis of geological samples, and ICP-MS for trace element identification. His work often involves chemical speciation techniques, including the use of Mössbauer spectroscopy for iron speciation and XANES for non-destructive element analysis. He is proficient in maintaining ultra-clean geochemical laboratories, which are essential for his multi-elemental analysis and isotope studies.

📘 Teaching and Academic Contributions

Dr. Zheng has a strong background in academia, teaching Geochemistry to master’s and doctoral students at multiple institutions, including in Japan and China. He has served as a Teaching Associate in field investigations, as well as an Assistant for Analytical Chemistry courses. He also led geochemical experiments for graduate and Ph.D. students in geoenvironmental sciences in Japan and the UK, providing hands-on experience in laboratory settings. Furthermore, he served as the Academic Secretary at the Lanzhou Institute of Geology and led the Scientific and Technological Arrangement Department, overseeing international collaboration and research project coordination.

Publications Top Noted📚

“Using iron speciation to track hydrocarbon migration in bleached rocks and its implications for reservoir reconstruction”

Authors: Xu, W., Zheng, G., Zhou, W., Lavrushin, V., Wang, X.

Journal: Geoenergy Science and Engineering

Year: 2024

“Tibetan Plateau grasslands might increase sequestration of microbial necromass carbon under future warming”

Authors: Zhang, Q., Chen, X., Zhou, X., Fortin, D., Ma, A.

Journal: Communications Biology

Year: 2024

“Vegetation restoration in an alpine meadow: Insights from soil microbial communities and resource limitation across soil depth”

Authors: Zhou, X., Chen, X., Yang, K., Fortin, D., Ma, A.

Journal: Journal of Environmental Management

Year: 2024

“Deep-sourced CO2 emissions from the Eastern Himalaya Syntaxis and the Tengchong Volcanic Field, southeast Tibet”

Authors: Li, J., Guo, Z., Zhang, M., Sun, Y., Cheng, Z.

Journal: Chemical Geology

Year: 2024

“Microbial diversity and community structure dynamics in acid mine drainage: Acidic fire with dissolved heavy metals”

Authors: Sajjad, W., Ilahi, N., Kang, S., Rafiq, M., Zheng, G.

Journal: Science of the Total Environment

Year: 2024