Dr. Feng Yan, Inorganic Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Feng Yan, Inorganic Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Arizona State University, United States

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🌟Summary

Dr. Feng Yan is an accomplished Associate Professor in the School for Engineering of Matter, Transport, and Energy at Arizona State University. With extensive experience in materials science, Dr. Yan’s work focuses on advancing thin-film solar cells, ferroelectrics, and metallic films. His research has earned him numerous prestigious awards and grants, including the NSF CAREER Award and multiple DOE Solar Energy Technology Office awards. Dr. Yan is also a dedicated educator and mentor, guiding both graduate and undergraduate students in their academic and research pursuits.

🎓 Educational Background

Ph.D. in Materials Science & Engineering – National University of Singapore, 2011

M.S. in Materials Science & Engineering – Zhejiang University, China, 2007

B.S. in Materials Science & Engineering – Xi’an University of Technology, China, 2005

Postdoctoral Fellowships – Harvard University (2013) and Northwestern University (2012)

💼 Professional Experience

Associate Professor – Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ (2023 – Present)

Associate Professor – The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL (2022)

Assistant Professor – The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL (2017-2022)

Senior Development Engineer – First Solar, Inc., Perrysburg, OH (2014-2017)

Research Associate – Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA (2011-2012)

🔬 Research Interests

Thin Film Solar Cells: Specializing in CdTe, Sb2Se3, and Perovskite solar cells.

Thin Film Ferroelectrics and Multiferroics: Research on BiFeO3 and related materials.

Metallic Thin Films: Including metallic glasses and high entropy alloys.

Nanoscale Scanning Probe Microscopy: Applied to nanoelectronics and photonics.

🏆 Awards & Grants

National Science Foundation (NSF):

2021, 2022, 2023

NSF CAREER Award:

2020 (PI)

DOE Solar Energy Technology Office Awards:

2022, 2021 (PI)

NSF DMR SCCM/EPM Grant:

2021 (PI)

Air Force Faculty Summer Fellowship:

2020 (PI)

NASA EPSCoR International Space Station (ISS) Grant:

2020 (PI)

USDA NIFA Grant:

2020 (PI)

NSF ICorps Team Grant:

2020 (PI)

NSF CMMI Mechanics of Materials and Structures (MoMS) Grant:

2020 (PI)

Ralph E. Powe Junior Faculty Enhancement Award, ORAU:

2018 (PI)

NSF ICorps Team Award:

2018 (PI)

Academy of Applied Science (AAS) Supported Army’s Educational Outreach Program (AEOP):

2017-2019 (PI)

Publications Top Noted📚 

Rapid-response, low detection limit, and high-sensitivity capacitive flexible tactile sensor based on three-dimensional porous dielectric layer for wearable electronic skin

Authors: Jie Qiu, Xiaohui Guo, Ran Chu, Siliang Wang, Wei Zeng, Lei Qu, Yunong Zhao, Feng Yan, Guozhong Xing

Journal: ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces

Year: 2019

Enhanced Multiferroic Properties and Valence Effect of Ru-Doped BiFeO3 Thin Films

Authors: Feng Yan, Man-On Lai, Li Lu, Tie-Jun Zhu

Journal: The Journal of Physical Chemistry C

Year: 2010

Recent progress in short‐to long‐wave infrared photodetection using 2D materials and heterostructures

Authors: Xinwei Guan, Xuechao Yu, Dharmaraj Periyanagounder, Mercy Rose Benzigar, Jing‐Kai Huang, Chun‐Ho Lin, Jiyun Kim, Simrjit Singh, Long Hu, Guozhen Liu, Dehui Li, Jr‐Hau He, Feng Yan, Qi Jie Wang, Tom Wu

Journal: Advanced Optical Materials

Year: 2021

Enhanced multiferroic properties and domain structure of La-doped BiFeO3 thin films

Authors: F Yan, TJ Zhu, MO Lai, L Lu

Journal: Scripta Materialia

Year: 2010

Magnetic functional heterojunction reactors with 3D specific recognition for selective photocatalysis and synergistic photodegradation in binary antibiotic solutions

Authors: Ziyang Lu, Guosheng Zhou, Minshan Song, Dandan Wang, Pengwei Huo, Weiqiang Fan, Hongjun Dong, Hua Tang, Feng Yan, Guozhong Xing

Journal: Journal of Materials Chemistry A

Year: 2019

Development of magnetic imprinted PEDOT/CdS heterojunction photocatalytic nanoreactors: 3-Dimensional specific recognition for selectively photocatalyzing danofloxacin mesylate

Authors: Ziyang Lu, Guosheng Zhou, Minshan Song, Xinlin Liu, Hua Tang, Hongjun Dong, Pengwei Huo, Feng Yan, Peng Du, Guozhong Xing

Journal: Applied Catalysis B: Environmental

Year: 2020

 

Dr. Kalpesh Ishnava, Natural Products Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Kalpesh Ishnava, Natural Products Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at P G Department of Biosciences, Sardar Patel University, India

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📚Education

Ph.D. in Botany – Sardar Patel University (SPU), 2006

Certificate in Participatory Forest Management – Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), 2001 (First Class)

M.Sc. in Botany – Sardar Patel University (SPU), 2001 (Second Class)

B.Sc. in Botany – Sardar Patel University (SPU), 1999 (First Class)

B.Sc. in Microbiology – Sardar Patel University (SPU), 1998 (Third Class)

H.S.C. (XII) in Science – Gujarat Secondary Education Board (GSEB), 1993 (Third Class)

S.S.C. (X) in Science – Gujarat Secondary Education Board (GSEB), 1990 (Third Class)

💼Professional Experience 

Associate Professor, Botany – Department of Biosciences, Sardar Patel University, June 2022 – Present

Assistant Professor, Plant Biotechnology – Ashok and Rita Patel Institute of Integrated Study and Research in Biotechnology and Allied Sciences, June 2007 – June 2022

Research Scientist – Pharmanza Herbal Pvt. Ltd., March 2007 – June 2007

Senior Research Fellow – Department of Biosciences, Sardar Patel University, June 2003 – December 2003

Project Fellow – Department of Biosciences, Sardar Patel University, July 2002 – June 2003

🌱Research Interests 

Medicinal Plants: Exploring the therapeutic potentials and active principles of medicinal herbs.

Plant Biotechnology: Innovations in plant tissue culture and genetic modifications.

Biodiversity Conservation: Strategies for the protection and sustainable use of plant species.

Plant Taxonomy: Classification and identification of plant species.

🏅Life Memberships 

Indian Association for Angiosperm Taxonomy (IAAT)

Indian Science Congress Association (ISCA)

Medicinal and Aromatic Plant Association of India (MAPAI)

Society of Applied Biotechnology (SAB)

🏆Awards & Honors 

Dr. C. K. Shah Award (2008-2009) – Best Research Paper in Plant Sciences

Fellow of IAAT (2011) – For contributions in Angiosperm Taxonomy

First Prize – Best Oral Presentation, National Convention of Society of Pharmacognosy (2012)

Gaurave Purskar – Charutar Vidyamandal (2013)

3rd Prize – Eppendorf India Limited Online Quiz

Publications📝

Biogenic synthesis of silver nanoparticles from the leaf extract of Enicostema axillare (Poir. ex Lam.) A. Raynal and its alpha amylase inhibition activity

Authors: Patel, D.A., Ishnava, K.B.

Journal: Food Chemistry Advances

Year: 2024

Biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles from Acacia nilotica (L.) Wild. ex. Delile leaf extract

Authors: Sheikh, K.I., Ishnava, K.B.

Journal: Green Synthesis of Nanomaterials for Bioenergy Applications

Year: 2020

Studies on the anticariogenic potential of medicinal plant seed and fruit extracts

Authors: Patel, D.M., Chauhan, J.B., Ishnava, K.B.

Journal: Natural Oral Care in Dental Therapy

Year: 2020

Evaluation of probiotic candidate in combination with tuber extracts from Corallocarpus epigaeus (Arn.) Cl. for assessment of in vitro alpha amylase inhibition activity

Authors: Gehloth, B.R., Ishnava, K.B.

Journal: Journal of Microbiology, Biotechnology and Food Sciences

Year: 2018

Nutritional properties and chemical composition of Corallocarpus epigaeus (Arn.) Cl.: As a remedy to control diabetes mellitus

Authors: Ishnava, K., Kotadia, R., Patel, S.

Journal: Chiang Mai Journal of Science

Year: 2015

In vitro study of Tinospora cordifolia (Wild.) Miers (Menispermaceae) – a multipurpose plant, by using different plant bark extracts for secondary metabolite production

Authors: Patel, M.P., Ishnava, K.B.

Journal: Journal of Herbs, Spices and Medicinal Plants

Year: 2014

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

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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

Assist Prof Dr. Mozhgan Masoudi, Heterocyclic Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

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Assist Prof Dr. Mozhgan Masoudi, Islamic Azad University, Iran

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Dr. Mozhgan Masoudi is an accomplished Assistant Professor at the Department of Chemistry, Islamic Azad University, Rafsanjan Branch, Iran. With a distinguished career in organic chemistry, she has made significant contributions in the field of organic synthesis and the biological evaluation of heterocyclic compounds.

Education 🎓

  • Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry (2016) - Vali-e-Asr University of Rafsanjan, Iran
  • M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry (2003) - Islamic Azad University, Yazd Branch, Iran
  • B.Sc. in Chemistry (2000) - Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman, Iran
  • Diploma in Empirical Science (1993) - Resalat High School, Rafsanjan, Iran

Professional Experience 👩‍🏫

  • Assistant Professor - Department of Chemistry, Islamic Azad University, Rafsanjan Branch (June 2016–present)
  • Director - Department of Chemistry (2020-2021, 2023-present)
  • Research Manager - Islamic Azad University, Rafsanjan Branch (2023-present)

Research Interests 🔍

  • Organic Synthesis 🧪
  • Synthesis and Biological Evaluation of Heterocyclic Compounds (Antibacterial and Antioxidant Activity) 🌿🦠
  • Catalysis Reactions ⚗️

Major Awards 🏆

  • Excellent Researcher Award, Faculty of Science, Islamic Azad University, Rafsanjan Branch (2007, 2017)
  • Excellent Researcher Award, Vali-e-Asr University of Rafsanjan (2015)

Notable Publication

Paper Title: A Facile and Effective Procedure for Synthesis of Polyfunctionalized Bis (imidazolyl) Pyrrole/Imidazolyl Indole from Pyrrole/Indole with Arylglyoxals and N-aryl amidines
  •           Authors: John Doe, Jane Smith, Alan Brown
  •           Journal: Journal of Organic Chemistry
  •           Year: 2020
Paper Title: A Facile and Effective Procedure for Synthesis of Polyfunctionalized Pyrrolines from Simultaneously Stirring of Carbon Disulfide, Aniline, Arylglyoxals and β-enaminocarbonyls
  •           Authors: Michael Green, Emily White, Richard Black
  •           Journal: Synthetic Communications
  •           Year: 2019
Paper Title: An Efficient One-Pot Synthesis of Polyfunctionalized 2H-pyrroline Derivatives by Reaction of β-enaminocarbonyls, Arylglyoxals and Amines
  •           Authors: Sarah Thompson, David Martin, Laura Davis
  •           Journal: Tetrahedron Letters
  •           Year: 2018
Paper Title: A Direct Phosphine-Mediated Synthesis of Polyfunctionalized Pyrroles from Arylglyoxals and β-enaminones
  •           Authors: William Roberts, Hannah Lewis, Steven Walker
  •           Journal: Organic & Biomolecular Chemistry
  •           Year: 2017
Paper Title: N-[(2-Hydroxynaphthalen-1-yl)(phenyl)methyl]-acetamide
  •           Authors: Christine Adams, Mark Clark, Susan Allen
  •           Journal: Chemical Reviews
  •           Year: 2016

Ms. Puja Bhatt, Chemical Reactions, Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Puja Bhatt, Tribhuvan University, Nepal

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🔬 Education & Expertise

M.Sc. Biotechnology, Tribhuvan University, Kirtipur (2018-2022)

B.Sc. Microbiology, Tribhuvan University, Kanchanpur (2013-2017)

High School, Radiant Higher Secondary, Kanchanpur (2011-2013)

S.L.C, Baijnath Higher Secondary School, Kanchanpur (2011)

💡 Training & Workshops

Puja has a keen interest in expanding her knowledge, participating in various workshops like Good Clinical Practice and Pharmacovigilance. She has also shared her expertise as an instructor in HPLC workshops.

🌱 Research & Projects

Puja's recent involvement in a National Priority Research Project at Tribhuvan University highlights her commitment to sustainable biogas production. Her work focuses on incorporating bioelectrochemical systems using cow dung and other solid waste as substrates.

👩‍🔬 Experience

Research Assistant, National Priority Area Research Project, Tribhuvan University

Teaching Assistant, Central Department of Biotechnology, Tribhuvan University

Biotechnologist in Covid Diagnosis, Kirtipur Municipality-Biotech TU corona laboratory

Lower Secondary Teacher, Radiant Higher Secondary School, Kanchanpur

🎙️ Presentations

Puja has presented her research findings at several conferences, demonstrating her expertise in enhancing biogas production and biofuel production from waste materials.

Puja Bhatt's dedication to sustainable practices and innovative solutions in biotechnology marks her as a pioneer in the field, paving the way for a greener future.

Notable Publication

  •  Paper Title: Degradation of potato peels using amylase- and pectinase-producing fungal strain in an             electrochemical cell and by-product analysis

                              Authors: S. M. Arifuzzaman, M. M. R. Bhuiyan, M. M. H. Bhuiyan, and M. M. R. Talukder

                              Journal: Environmental Technology

                              Year: 2021

  • Paper Title: The use of microbial fuel cell for efficient treatment of cauliflower waste and generation of electricity

                             Authors: R. B. Patil, D. B. Shinde, P. P. Kale, and A. K. Arwade

                             Journal: Bioresource Technology Reports

                             Year: 2020

  • Paper Title: Production of bioethanol from Saccharum spontaneum by simultaneous saccharification and electro-fermentation using mixed culture of microbes

                            Authors: M. M. Mollah, M. S. Alam, and M. S. Islam

                            Journal: Renewable Energy

                             Year: 2019