Dr. mourad aloui, Computational Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Dr. mourad aloui, Computational Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Université Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah, Morocco

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🎓Academic and Professional Journey 

PhD in Physical Chemistry and Computational Chemistry
Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Fez – January 2020 – Present
Mourad is currently pursuing a PhD, focusing on Molecular Modeling of Anticancer Biomarkers under the supervision of Menana Elhalaoui. His research delves into key areas such as QSAR, molecular docking, and molecular dynamics, with the aim of designing selective survivin inhibitors using the hydroxyquinoline scaffold MX-106. This innovative work makes significant contributions to the fields of cancer research and biomarkers .

Master in Analytical Chemistry and Environment
Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Fez – September 2017 – July 2019
Mourad earned his Master’s degree with a thesis exploring the inhibitory power of a benzodiazepine derivative against the corrosion of mild steel in 1M HCl. His remarkable research earned him the honor of Very Good . This project combined his expertise in analytical chemistry with an emphasis on environmental protection, addressing critical challenges in corrosion control.

Bachelor’s Degree in Analytical Chemistry
Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Fez – September 2012 – June 2016
Mourad completed his Bachelor’s degree with Good honors, strengthening his foundation in analytical techniques and the practical application of chemistry. His undergraduate studies provided him with essential skills in quantitative analysis and chemical experimentation .

💼Professional Experience 

Professor of Physics and Chemistry
2015-2024 (9 years)
Mourad has devoted nearly a decade to teaching physics and chemistry within the Ministry of National Education. His passion for education and his commitment to developing students’ understanding of the sciences have been key to shaping the next generation of scientific minds .

Internships and Research

January-July 2019: Mourad undertook a 7-month internship at the Regional Center for Education and Training Professions in Fez, specializing in physics chemistry.

March-June 2019: He completed his Master 2 research internship at the Materials Engineering, Modeling, and Environment Laboratory (LIMME), where he worked on materials research.

Over the years, Mourad gained valuable experience through internships at Lesaffre Maroc Company, Société des Artisans Dinandiers de Fez (SADF), and SICOPA in quality control. These roles broadened his expertise in industrial chemistry and quality management.

👨‍🏫Teaching and Supervision Experience

Mourad has accumulated over 300 hours of hands-on experience assisting in practical work sessions with both undergraduate and master’s students. His ability to guide students through complex concepts in chemistry has been invaluable in their academic journey. In addition, he actively participated in exam supervision during the 2022-2023 fall session, ensuring a smooth and fair process for all students đź“ť.

💻Skills and Competencies 

Mourad possesses a strong command of Windows, MS Office, and advanced scientific software including Matlab, Minitab, RStudio, GausView, ChemBioDraw, autodock vina, and xlstat. His proficiency in these tools allows him to excel in computational chemistry and data analysis, making him highly skilled in conducting chemical simulations and evaluating ADMET properties 🖥️. His technical expertise is essential for tackling complex research problems in drug design and molecular modeling .

Publications Top Notedđź“ť

Design of novel potent selective survivin inhibitors using 2D-QSAR modeling, molecular docking, molecular dynamics, and ADMET properties of new MX-106 hydroxyquinoline scaffold derivatives

Authors: Aloui, M., El Fadili, M., Mujwar, S., Zarougui, S., Elhallaoui, M.
Journal: Heliyon
Year: 2024

QSAR modelling, molecular docking, molecular dynamic and ADMET prediction of pyrrolopyrimidine derivatives as novel Bruton’s tyrosine kinase (BTK) inhibitors

Authors: Aloui, M., Er-rajy, M., Imtara, H., Tarayrah, M., Menana, E.
Journal: Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal
Year: 2024

QSAR, DFT studies, docking molecular and simulation dynamic molecular of 2-styrylquinoline derivatives through their anticancer activity

Authors: Zarougui, S., Er-rajy, M., Faris, A., Aloui, M., Elhallaoui, M.
Journal: Journal of Saudi Chemical Society
Year: 2023

 

Dr. Sumeer Ahmed, Computational Chemistry, Young Scientist Award

Dr. Sumeer Ahmed, Computational Chemistry, Young Scientist Award

Doctorate at The New College (Autonomous), India

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🌟Summary

Dr. Sumeer Ahmed is a dedicated academic and researcher with a robust background in chemistry, specializing in computational, medicinal, green, and organometallic chemistry. With a strong passion for education and innovation, he has made significant contributions to the synthesis and study of transition metal complexes, supported by in vitro, in vivo, and in silico research. His achievements include prestigious awards and recognition for excellence in teaching and research.

🎓 Education

Ph.D. in Chemistry (2019-2023)
University of Madras, Chennai

M.Sc. in Chemistry (2015-2017)
Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal Central University, Uttarakhand

B.Sc. in Chemistry, Botany & Zoology (2012-2015)
University of Jammu, Jammu

P.G.D.C.A. (2020)
E-Max IT & Vocational Training Board

👨‍🏫 Professional Experience

Lecturer in Chemistry (2023-Present)
Govt. PG Degree College, Bhaderwah

Assistant Professor (Chemistry) (2017-2019)
Universal Group of Institutions, Mohali

NEET/JEE Coaching Faculty (3 Years)
RANK 1 Institution, Chennai

Private Coaching for Higher Secondary Classes (5+ Years)

🔬 Research Interests

Computational Chemistry

Medicinal Chemistry

Green Chemistry

Organometallic Chemistry

🏆 Awards & Honors

Innovation and Knowledge Excellence Award for Innovation in Chemistry Education

Best Teacher Award by Sub-Divisional Magistrate

Kalam Ratna Award

Best Paper Presentation Award at NAAMS-2022

Publication Top Notedđź“ť

Acylated glucopyranosides: FTIR, NMR, FMO, MEP, molecular docking, dynamics simulation, ADMET and antimicrobial activity against bacterial and fungal pathogens

Authors: Akter, N., Saha, S., Hossain, M.A., Ahmed, S., Kawsar, S.M.A.
Journal: Chemical Physics Impact
Year: 2024

In vitro anti-microbial, DNA-binding, In silico pharmacokinetics and molecular docking studies of Schiff-based Cu(II), Zn(II) and Pd(II) complexes

Authors: Kumar, A., Ahmed, S., Bhardwaj, M., Sood, B., Maji, S.
Journal: Journal of Molecular Structure
Year: 2024

Investigation of antimicrobial potential of nanocomposites based on functionalization of graphene oxide with zinc porphyrin complexes

Authors: Yasmeen, R., Ahmed, S., Bhat, A.R., Bajju, G.D., Sheikh, H.N.
Journal: Inorganica Chimica Acta
Year: 2024

Molecular docking, ADME-Tox, DFT and molecular dynamics simulation of butyroyl glucopyranoside derivatives against DNA gyrase inhibitors as antimicrobial agents

Authors: Akter, N., Bourougaa, L., Ouassaf, M., Ahmed, S., Kawsar, S.M.A.
Journal: Journal of Molecular Structure
Year: 2024

Nucleoside-Based Drug Target with General Antimicrobial Screening and Specific Computational Studies against SARS-CoV-2 Main Protease

Authors: Kawsar, S.M.A., Hossain, M.A., Saha, S., Jamalis, J., Ozeki, Y.
Journal: ChemistrySelect
Year: 2024

Synthesis, antimicrobial, and in silico studies of c5′-O-substituted cytidine derivatives: cinnamoylation leads to improvement of antimicrobial activity

Authors: Bhuiyan, T.S., Said, M.A., Bulbul, M.Z.H., Chalkha, M., Kawsar, S.M.A.
Journal: Nucleosides, Nucleotides and Nucleic Acids
Year: 2024

 

Prof. Nabila BELYAGOUBI-BENHAMMOU, Natural Products Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Prof. Nabila BELYAGOUBI-BENHAMMOU, Natural Products Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Professor at Tlemcen University, Algeria

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Summary🌟

  • Prof. Nabila Belyagoubi-Benhammiou, a distinguished phytochemist and educator, serves as the Editor in Chief of the Journal of Natural Product Research and Applications (JNPRA) and is a permanent teacher and researcher at Tlemcen University. She leads a research team focusing on the phytochemistry of bioactive substances and microbial ecology. She is also responsible for the Master’s training program in Bioactivities, Analysis, and Control of Essential and Vegetable Oils (BAACHEV). In June 2022, she filed a patent for a powerful extract of Anabasis articulata intended for the treatment of breast cancer or inhibition of metastases.

Education 🎓

  • 2020: Promoted to Professor at the University of Tlemcen, ranked first nationally.
  • 2014: University Habilitation in Biology.
  • 2006: Magister of Biology, specializing in Natural Substances, Biological Activities, and Syntheses (NSBAS), Abou Bekr Belkaid University.
  • 2003: Diploma in Analysis and Quality Control (AQC), Abou Bekr Belkaid University.
  • 1997: Baccalaureate in Natural Science and Life (NSL), College Yagmouracen, Tlemcen, Algeria.

Professional Experience đź’Ľ

  • 2021 – Present: Editor in Chief, Journal of Natural Product Research and Applications (JNPRA).
  • Current: Permanent teacher and researcher, Natural Products Laboratory, Tlemcen University.
  • Team Leader: Phytochemistry of Bioactive Substances and Microbial Ecology.
  • Master’s Program Leader: Bioactivities, Analysis, and Control of Essential and Vegetable Oils (BAACHEV).

Research Interests 🔬

  • Phytochemistry: Exploration and analysis of bioactive compounds in plants.
  • Cancer Research: Development of plant-based extracts for cancer treatment.
  • Antioxidant Studies: Investigating the antioxidant properties of plant extracts.
  • Environmental Sustainability: Valorization of algae and plants for biological and pharmacological applications.

Notable Projects 🧪

  • CNEPRU Projects: Participated in multiple projects, including studies on plant antioxidants and the valorization of algae metabolites.
  • PRFU Projects: Led projects on the biological, pharmacological, and cosmetic potentials of Pistacia atlantica and the bio-therapeutic properties of olive by-products.

Training and Internships 🌍

  • 2010: Synthesis and Reactivity of Natural Substances Laboratory, University of Poitiers, France.
  • 2015: Organic Synthesis and Chemistry of Natural Substances Laboratory, National Museum of Natural History, Paris, France.
  • 2015: Food Biotechnology Laboratory, University of Benacali, Adana, Turkey.

Teaching Experience đź“š

  • Biochemistry: Courses and practical work.
  • Secondary Plant Metabolites: Courses and practical work.
  • Analysis Techniques: Courses and practical work.
  • Microbiology and Process Engineering: Courses and practical work.
  • Dairy Technology: Course.
  • Instrumental Analysis and Investigation: Course.

Publications đź“ť

Anabasis articulata (Forssk.) Moq. food aqueous extract triggers oxidative stress-induced senescence and reduces metastatic power in MDA-MB-231 cells

Authors: Monteleone, V., Ben Menni, D., Belyagoubi-Benhammou, N., Canini, A., Gismondi, A.

Journal: Journal of Functional Foods

Year: 2024

Atlas pistachio (Pistacia atlantica) unripe fruit extract as a source of phytochemicals with anti-tyrosinase, antioxidant, and antibacterial properties

Authors: Belyagoubi-Benhammou, N., Belyagoubi, L., Benmahieddine, A., Sarabandi, K., Jafari, S.M.

Journal: Biocatalysis and Agricultural Biotechnology

Year: 2024

Nutraceutical Content and Biological Properties of Lipophilic and Hydrophilic Fractions of the Phytocomplex from Pistacia atlantica Desf. Buds, Roots, and Fruits

Authors: Belyagoubi-Benhammou, N., Belyagoubi, L., Benmahieddine, A., Canini, A., Gismondi, A.

Journal: Plants

Year: 2024

Potential bioactivity of Algerian olive pomace hydro-ethanolic extract: phytochemical investigation, antioxidant activity, and acute toxicity

Authors: Benmeliani, F., Guermouche, B., Chenini-Bendiab, H., Merzouk, H., Belyagoubi-Benhammou, N.

Journal: Toxicology and Environmental Health Sciences

Year: 2024

Enzyme inhibitory, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities of Anabasis articulata phenolic-rich extract; in vitro, in vivo, and in silico studies

Authors: Ben Menni, D., Belyagoubi-Benhammou, N., Abdelli, I., Prieto Lage, M.A., Jafari, S.M.

Journal: Plant Biosystems

Year: 2024 (Article in Press)

Leaf-buds of Pistacia atlantica: a novel source of bioactive molecules with high anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-tyrosinase and antimicrobial properties

Authors: Benmahieddine, A., Belyagoubi-Benhammou, N., Belyagoubi, L., Atik Bekkara, F., Djebli, N.

Journal: Physiology and Molecular Biology of Plants

Year: 2023

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 đź’Ľ

  • 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 Publicationđź“ť

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