Prof. Dr. Salimeh Kimiagar | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Salimeh Kimiagar | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Islamic Azad University Central Tehran Branch | Brazil

Dr. Salimeh Kimiagar is a distinguished physicist specializing in condensed matter and nanophysics. She earned her Ph.D. in Physics from the Islamic Azad University (IAU), Iran, in 2008, where her doctoral research focused on the statistical investigation of rough surfaces under the guidance of Dr. Mohhamad Reza Rahimitabar. Currently, she serves as a Professor at the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio), Brazil, and as a Faculty Member at the Islamic Azad University, Central Tehran Branch. Her extensive research encompasses the study and application of nanomaterials, including graphene, MoS₂, nanoparticles, and thin films, particularly in developing gas sensors and photocatalytic systems. Dr. Kimiagar has contributed significantly to advancing the understanding of two-dimensional materials and their integration into energy-efficient technologies. Her scholarly achievements and interdisciplinary collaborations have earned her recognition within the global physics community. Through her academic excellence, scientific publications, and commitment to innovation, she continues to inspire the next generation of researchers in nanoscience and applied physics, promoting sustainability and technological progress through material science.

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Featured Publications

Ezzatpour Ghadim, E., Manouchehri, F., Soleimani, G., Hosseini, H., Kimiagar, S., & Nafisi, S. (2013). Adsorption properties of tetracycline onto graphene oxide: Equilibrium, kinetic and thermodynamic studies. PLoS ONE.

Ezzatpour Ghadim, E., Rashidi, N., Kimiagar, S., Akhavan, O., Manouchehri, F., & Ghaderi, E. (2014). Pulsed laser irradiation for environment friendly reduction of graphene oxide suspensions. Applied Surface Science.

Mahdavi, M., Kimiagar, S., & Abrinaei, F. (2020). Preparation of few-layered wide bandgap MoS₂ with nanometer lateral dimensions by applying laser irradiation. Crystals.

Ruffino, F., Carria, E., Kimiagar, S., Crupi, I., Simone, F., & Grimaldi, M. G. (2012). Formation and evolution of nanoscale metal structures on ITO surface by nanosecond laser irradiations of thin Au and Ag films. Science of Advanced Materials.

Kimiagar, S., & Abrinaei, F. (2018). Effect of temperature on the structural, linear, and nonlinear optical properties of MgO-doped graphene oxide nanocomposites. Nanophotonics.

Saedi, A., Mashinchian Moradi, A., Kimiagar, S., & Ahmad Panahi, H. (2020). Efficiency enhancement of dye-sensitized solar cells based on Gracilaria/Ulva using graphene quantum dot. International Journal of Environmental Research.

Touba, S., & Kimiagar, S. (2019). Enhancement of sensitivity and selectivity of α-Fe₂O₃ nanorod gas sensors by ZnO nanoparticles decoration. Materials Science in Semiconductor Processing.

Dr. Maryma Mallek | Microplastics | Excellence in Research Award

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Dr. Maryma Mallek | Microplastics | Excellence in Research Award

Laboratory of Material Sciences and Environment (MES-Lab), Faculty of Sciences, University of Sfax | Tunisia

Dr. Maryma Mallek is an accomplished researcher in analytical and environmental chemistry, specializing in emerging contaminants, wastewater treatment, and membrane technology. She earned her Ph.D. in Chemistry through a joint doctorate between the University of Girona, Spain, and the University of Sfax, Tunisia, where she developed innovative analytical methodologies for detecting pharmaceuticals in effluent wastewaters. Building on her strong academic foundation, Dr. Mallek has held several postdoctoral positions, including collaborations with Prof. Damià Barceló at the Institute of Environmental Assessment and Water Research, contributing to high-impact publications in journals such as Current Opinion in Chemical Engineering and Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering. At the Faculty of Sciences of Sfax, she led a national project focused on valorizing bovine bone waste for bio-ceramic membrane production to enhance heavy metal recovery and wastewater purification. Her research integrates analytical chemistry, green materials, and sustainable treatment technologies. In addition, she has served as a university teaching assistant, guiding students in process engineering and environmental management. Certified in ISO 14001 and ISO 17025 standards, Dr. Mallek continues to advance innovative solutions in environmental protection and circular economy applications, making significant contributions to sustainable scientific development.

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Featured Publications

Ben Amar, M., Mallek, M., Valverde, A., Monclús, H., Myers, T. G., Salvadó, V., & Cabrera-Codony, A. (2024). Competitive heavy metal adsorption on pinecone shells: Mathematical modelling of fixed-bed column and surface interaction insights. Science of the Total Environment.

Garoui, I., Mallek, M., Almutairi, F. N., Rekik, W., & Oueslati, A. (2024). Synthesis, structural characterization and complex impedance analysis of a novel organic–inorganic hybrid compound based on Mercury (II) chloride. Journal of Molecular Structure.

Mallek, M., Elfeki, H., & Salvadó, V. (2023). Valorization of bovine bones for the development of bio-ceramic ultrafiltration membranes for wastewater treatment. Desalination and Water Treatment.

Mallek, M., Chtourou, M., Monclús, H., Ben Salah, A., Walha, K., & Salvadó, V. (2020). A polydimethylsiloxane rod extraction-based method for the determination of pharmaceuticals and triclosan by liquid chromatography in water samples. Bulletin of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology.

Mallek, M., Chtourou, M., Portillo, M., Monclús, H., Walha, K., Ben Salah, A., & Salvadó, V. (2018). Granulated cork as biosorbent for the removal of phenol derivatives and emerging contaminants. Journal of Environmental Management.

Chtourou, M., Mallek, M., Dalmau, M., Mamo, J., Santos-Clotas, E., Ben Salah, A., Walha, K., Salvadó, V., & Monclús, H. (2018). Triclosan, carbamazepine and caffeine removal by activated sludge system focusing on membrane bioreactor. Process Safety and Environmental Protection.

Murugan Arunachalapandi | Green Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Murugan Arunachalapandi | Green Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Sri Paramakalyani College, India

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🎓 Educational Background

Dr. Murugan Arunachalapandi holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Chemistry from the Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, completed in 2023. His research focused on visible light-induced copper titanate photocatalysis for multicomponent reactions. Prior to this, he earned an M.Phil. in Chemistry from Madurai Kamaraj University in 2017, graduating with 84% marks. He also completed his M.Sc. in Chemistry from the same university in 2016, securing 69%, and his B.Sc. in Chemistry in 2014, with 67%, laying a strong academic foundation in chemical sciences.

🔬 Research Experience

Dr. Arunachalapandi has gained hands-on research experience through several academic projects. During his M.Sc., he completed a group project on the “Synthesis and Characterization of Zirconium Oxide Nanoparticles” under the guidance of Dr. N. Karuthapandian at Virudhunagar Hindu Nadars’ Senthikumara Nadar College. His M.Phil. work involved developing a “Heteropoly acid supported Montmorillonite K-10 nanocomposite for the synthesis of quinoxalines”, mentored by Dr. P. Sami. His doctoral research, conducted under Dr. S. Mohana Roopan at VIT, focused on visible-light photocatalysis using copper titanate to facilitate green synthetic pathways for multicomponent reactions—an emerging and impactful area of study.

🏆 Achievements

Dr. Arunachalapandi was recognized for his scientific contribution at the National Conference on Frontiers in Ecobiological Sciences and its Applications (FESA-2018) held at Periyar University, Salem. He received the Best Poster Presentation Award for his work titled “Synthesis of quinoxalines using HPW₁₂O₄₀ supported on MK-10 nanocomposite as catalyst”, reflecting the originality and significance of his research.

🧪 Technical Skills

Dr. Arunachalapandi is proficient in operating a wide range of advanced analytical instruments, including FT-IR, UV-DRS, XRD, FE-SEM, Photoluminescence, Zeta Potential Analyzer, Microwave Reactor, and handling GC-MS, HR-MS, and HPLC systems. These skills have enabled him to perform comprehensive material characterization and reaction monitoring with precision.

💻 Software Proficiency

He is well-versed in several chemistry-related software tools essential for data analysis and research documentation. These include Topspin (for ¹H and ¹³C NMR analysis), ChemDraw for structure drawing, Origin for interpreting spectral and analytical data, and ImageJ for imaging analysis. Additionally, he is skilled in X-pert High Score and Vesta for crystallographic studies, as well as QuillBot and AI tools for academic writing enhancement.

Notable Publications📄

📄Facile synthesis route for visible active g-C₃N₅/MK30 nanocomposite and its computationally guided photocatalytic degradation of organic pollutants


Authors: Thangapandi Chellapandi, Gunabalan Madhumitha, Selvaraj Mohana Roopan, Ravichandran Manjupriya, Murugan Arunachalapandi, Kamalanathan Pouthika, Muthukani Elamathi

Journal: Separation and Purification Technology

Year: 2023

📄Ultrasound/visible light-mediated synthesis of N-heterocycles using g-C₃N₄/Cu₃TiO₄ as sonophotocatalyst

Authors: Murugan Arunachalapandi, Selvaraj Mohana Roopan

Journal: Research on Chemical Intermediates

Year: 2021

📄Environment Friendly g-C₃N₄-Based Catalysts and Their Recent Strategy in Organic Transformations

Authors: Murugan Arunachalapandi, Selvaraj Mohana Roopan

Journal: High Energy Chemistry

Year: 2022

📄Direct Z-Scheme g-C₃N₅/Cu₃TiO₄ Heterojunction Enhanced Photocatalytic Performance of Chromene-3-Carbonitriles Synthesis under Visible Light Irradiation

Authors: Murugan Arunachalapandi, Thangapandi Chellapandi, Gunabalan Madhumitha, Ravichandran Manjupriya, Kumar Aravindraj, Selvaraj Mohana Roopan

Journal: Catalysts

Year: 2022

📄Visible light-activated Cu₃TiO₄ photocatalyst for the one-pot multicomponent synthesis of imidazo-pyrimido acridines

Authors: Murugan Arunachalapandi, Selvaraj Mohana Roopan

Journal: Inorganic Chemistry Communications

Year: 2023