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

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

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

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Summary🌟

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

Ms. Puja Bhatt, Chemical Reactions, Best Researcher Award

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