Dr. Gabriela Ferreira | Chemical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Gabriela Ferreira | Chemical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Cardiff University, United Kingdom

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🎓 Educational Background

Gabriela F. Ferreira has a strong academic foundation in chemical engineering, beginning with her Ph.D. degree from the University of Campinas (UNICAMP), Brazil, where she conducted innovative research on microalgae oil production for biodiesel and sugar industry integration. Her doctoral work, supervised by Prof. Leonardo V. Fregolente, combined chemical engineering with environmental sustainability.
She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from UNICAMP and completed her undergraduate thesis under the guidance of Prof. Rubens Maciel Filho, focusing on the simulation of sugarcane bagasse delignification processes.
Gabriela also undertook an international exchange program at the University of Manchester (UK) as part of the Science Without Borders program, where she contributed to developing catalysts for improved p-xylene selectivity under Prof. Arthur Garforth’s supervision.

🧪 Professional Experience

Currently, Gabriela serves as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Cardiff University (UK) under the prestigious Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowship. Her research focuses on biofuels production through microalgae biomass pyrolysis and bio-oil upgrading, advancing sustainable energy solutions.
Prior to this, she worked as a Research and Development Specialist at LNBR/CNPEM (Brazil), specializing in Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Techno-Economic Analysis (TEA) of hydrocarbon production routes. Gabriela also gained valuable teaching experience through a Teaching Internship at UNICAMP, instructing students in Laboratory Chemical Engineering III.

🌍 Research Contributions

Gabriela has made significant contributions to chemical engineering, including synthesizing heterogeneous catalysts for producing monoglycerides and biodiesel during her visiting Ph.D. stint at Cardiff University. She also developed protocols for biomass-derived carbon materials during her internship at LNNano/CNPEM, working on carbon black, activated carbon, and biofertilizers. Her undergraduate research focused on the degradation of sucralose using advanced oxidation processes.

🏆 Awards & Scholarships

Gabriela’s work has been recognized through numerous prestigious awards and scholarships. She was awarded the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowship in 2023 by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). Her earlier accolades include a Small Project Grant from the Global Challenges Research Fund (GCRF) at Cardiff University in 2019 and being a finalist at the Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition hosted in Beijing, China, in 2018. She was also a recipient of the Direct Doctorate Scholarship from CNPq, Brazil.

Publications Top Noted📚 

A Comparison of Monoglyceride Production from Microalgae Lipids and Rapeseed Oil Catalyzed by Metal Oxides

Authors: Ferreira, G.F., Ríos Pinto, L.F., Filho, R.M., Hayward, J.S., Bartley, J.K.

Journal: ChemSusChem

Year: 2024

Optimal Growth and Culture Conditions for Algae in Bioreactors

Authors: Ferreira, G.F., Estevam, B.R., Beatriz, F.P., Ríos Pinto, L.F.

Journal: Algal Bioreactors: Science, Engineering and Technology of Upstream Processes: Volume 1

Year: 2024

Sustainable Catalysts for Biodiesel Production: The Potential of CaO Supported on Sugarcane Bagasse Biochar

Authors: Melo, V.M.E., Ferreira, G.F., Fregolente, L.V.

Journal: Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews

Year: 2024

Nutrient Optimization Strategy to Increase the Carbohydrate Content of Chlorella vulgaris and Evaluation of Hydrolysis and Fermentation Performance

Authors: de Carvalho Silvello, M.A., Gasparotto, G.A., Ferreira, G.F., Fregolente, L.V., Goldbeck, R.

Journal: Bioenergy Research

Year: 2023

From Enzyme to Cell-Factory: Economic and Environmental Assessment of Biobased Pathways to Unlock the Potential of Long-Haul Transportation Biofuels

Authors: Chagas, M.F., Ferreira, G.F., Gomes, L.C.M., Junqueira, T.L., Morais, E.R.

Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal

Year: 2023

Prof. Khadiga Kelani | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Khadiga Kelani | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Cairo university Faculty of Pharmacy, Egypt

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🎓Academic Background

Dr. Khadiga Mohamed Omar Kelani holds a distinguished academic career in Pharmaceutical Analytical Chemistry. She earned her Ph.D., M.Sc., and B.Sc. in Analytical Chemistry from the Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University, Egypt. Her solid foundation in analytical chemistry has propelled her into leadership roles in both academic and professional spheres.

👩‍🏫Employment History

Dr. Khadiga Mohamed Omar Kelani's illustrious career spans over four decades, reflecting her unwavering dedication to academic excellence and leadership in the field of Pharmaceutical Analytical Chemistry. Currently, she serves as the Vice-Dean for Graduate Studies, Community Development, and Environmental Affairs at MTI University, a role she has held since 2020. Previously, she was the Vice-Dean for Students and Education Affairs at the same institution from 2015 to 2020, showcasing her commitment to fostering student success and institutional development.

Between 2013 and 2015, Dr. Kelani served as a Professor and Chairman of the Analytical Chemistry Department at MTI University. Before that, she was a Professor of Analytical Chemistry at Cairo University from 2011 to 2013, further strengthening her academic and research credentials. Her earlier roles included serving as a Professor and Chairman of the Analytical Chemistry Department at 6 October University from 2007 to 2011. Additionally, Dr. Kelani has held various academic roles, including Lecturer, Assistant Lecturer, and Instructor, at prestigious institutions such as Cairo University and Nairobi University, demonstrating her expansive contribution to higher education.

🔬Professional Training and Expertise

Dr. Kelani has augmented her academic and professional career through specialized training in advanced instrumental analysis techniques. She completed Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) training at Cairo University in 1996, equipping her with expertise in structural analysis and molecular research. That same year, she underwent Instrumental Analysis training at the National Organization for Drug Control and Research, further enhancing her proficiency in cutting-edge analytical methodologies. These certifications underscore Dr. Kelani’s technical expertise and her ability to apply advanced tools to pharmaceutical research and education.

📜 Memberships and Committee Roles

Dr. Khadiga is an esteemed member of the Committee for Evaluation of Scientific Production for the ranks of Professor and Assistant Professor in Pharmaceutical Analytical Chemistry under the Supreme Council of Universities, Egypt. She has also contributed to numerous Ph.D. and M.Sc. thesis evaluation committees across leading Egyptian universities.

Publications Top Noted📚

A sustainable approach to Chromatography: Simultaneous determination of Paracetamol, Methocarbamol, and impurities with a Focus on environmental and Computational metrics

Authors: Kelani, K.M., Essam, H.M., Mohamed, A.R., Bassuoni, Y.F.

Journal: Microchemical Journal

Year: 2025

Ecological multivariate assisted spectrophotometric methods for determination of antipyrine and benzocaine HCl in presence of antipyrine official impurity and benzocaine HCl degradant: toward greenness and whiteness

Authors: Kelani, K.M., Hegazy, M.A., Hassan, A.M., Nadim, A.H.

Journal: BMC Chemistry

Year: 2024

Colorimetric approach based on iron oxide magnetic molecularly imprinted nanozyme for sensitive determination of antipyrine and benzocaine: Application to environmental water samples and pharmaceutical dosage form

Authors: Hassan, A.M., Kelani, K.M., Hegazy, M.A., Nadim, A.H.

Journal: Microchemical Journal

Year: 2024

Innovative voltammetric techniques for bumadizone analysis in pharmaceutical and biological samples: emphasizing green, white, and blue analytical approaches

Authors: Kelani, K.M., Said, R.A., El-Dosoky, M.A., Mohamed, A.R.

Journal: Scientific Reports

Year: 2024

Design of point-of-care electrochemical sensor for therapeutic drug monitoring of ofloxacin in biological fluids

Authors: Kelani, K.M., Fayez, Y.M., Gad, A.G., Mahmoud, A.M.

Journal: Journal of Analytical Science and Technology

Year: 2024

Prof. Wenhan Lin | Natural Product chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Wenhan Lin | Natural Product chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Ningbo Institute of Marine Medicine, Peking University | China

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🎓 Education and Academic Journey

Prof. Dr. Wenhan Lin has built an illustrious academic career in medicinal chemistry. He completed his undergraduate studies in Chemistry at the Department of Chemistry, Zhijiang Normal University (1978–1982). His graduate journey led him to the Shanghai Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Sciences (1985–1989), where he earned his Master’s and Ph.D. degrees.
He further enhanced his expertise during a postdoctoral fellowship at the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Peking University (1990–1992). Recognized for his academic excellence, he joined the university as an Associate Professor of Medicinal Chemistry (1992–1996) and has been serving as a Professor in the State Key Laboratory of Natural and Biomimetic Drugs since 1996.

🌍 International Experience

Dr. Lin’s career has been enriched by various international scholarly visits. He worked as a visiting scholar at the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (1993–1994), the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Toho University, Japan (1995–1996), and the University of Düsseldorf, Germany (1999–2000) under a prestigious DAAD Special Program Award.

🔬 Research Focus

Prof. Lin’s research primarily explores bioactive metabolites derived from marine organisms such as sponges, corals, and marine mangrove plants. His work also delves into the microorganisms associated with these ecosystems, aiming to uncover novel natural products with therapeutic potential.
His investigations include:

Isolation and structural elucidation of novel natural compounds.

Bioassay studies to evaluate the bioactivity of these compounds.

Structural modification of bioactive molecules for new drug development.

Studying the interactions between drugs and target proteins.

Publications Top Noted📝

Praelolide alleviates collagen-induced arthritis through increasing catalase activity and activating Nrf2 pathway

Authors: Qi, X., Meng, J., Li, C., Huang, J., Lin, W.

Journal: Phytomedicine

Year: 2024

Target Discovery of Dhilirane-Type Meroterpenoids by Biosynthesis Guidance and Tailoring Enzyme Catalysis

Authors: Sun, Z., Wu, M., Zhong, B., Lin, W., Fan, A.

Journal: Journal of the American Chemical Society

Year: 2024

Targeting bacterial phospholipids and their synthesis pathways for antibiotic discovery

Authors: Song, M., Chen, S., Lin, W., Zhu, K.

Journal: Progress in Lipid Research

Year: 2024

Three-dimensional structural alignment based discovery and molecular basis of AtoB, catalyzing linear tetracyclic formation

Authors: Ma, K., Liu, J., Huang, Z., Fan, A., Lin, W.

Journal: Chemical Science

Year: 2024

New Meroterpenes from South China Sea Soft Coral Litophyton brassicum

Authors: Chen, X., Zhang, J., Yang, J., Yan, X., He, S.

Journal: Marine Drugs

Year: 2024

Dr. Udeme Dickson | Environmental Chemistry and Remediation | Excellence in Research Award

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Dr. Udeme Dickson | Environmental Chemistry and Remediation | Excellence in Research Award

Doctorate at Independent Researcher | United Kingdom

Dr. Udeme John Dickson is a distinguished Environmental Earth Scientist, Educator, and Consultant, combining academic rigor with practical experience. With expertise in pollution analysis, sustainable remediation, and environmental diagnostics, he is at the forefront of addressing pressing global environmental issues.

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📚 Education & Qualifications

Dr. Udeme John Dickson is a highly accomplished environmental scientist and chemist with a robust academic background. He earned his Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry and Environmental Science from Nottingham Trent University, United Kingdom, in 2020, where he developed innovative analytical and remediation techniques for managing contaminated soils. Earlier, he completed a Master of Science in Environmental Chemistry at the University of Benin, Nigeria, in 2012, and a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Chemistry from the University of Uyo, Nigeria, in 2006. These academic milestones have laid a strong foundation for his expertise in environmental geoscience and analytical chemistry.

🎓 Professional Memberships

Dr. Dickson is actively involved in several esteemed professional organizations, reflecting his dedication to the advancement of environmental science. He is a member of the Geological Society Academic Accreditation Committee of the Geological Society of London and a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA). Additionally, he holds memberships in globally renowned organizations, including the Royal Society of Chemistry, British Society of Soil Science, British Ecological Society, American Chemical Society, and International Soil Science Society.

🧪 Research Interests

Dr. Dickson’s research is broad and multidisciplinary, addressing critical environmental challenges. His expertise spans environmental geochemistry, applied environmental monitoring, and remediation, particularly focusing on land, water, and atmospheric pollutants. He has a keen interest in the analysis and remediation of organic pollutants, including petroleum hydrocarbons, microplastics, dioxins, and persistent organic compounds, as well as trace metals and their speciation studies. He is actively involved in exploring myco- and phytoremediation as sustainable approaches to environmental restoration.
Dr. Dickson’s research also delves into climate change and climate-induced hazards, such as flooding and wildfires. His work on energy balance in ecosystems, including hydrogen and carbon capture in soils, contributes to the development of sustainable energy solutions. Furthermore, he employs environmental diagnostics and forensics for pollutant source apportionment, wildlife crime investigations, and ecosystem assessments.

📊 Employment & Professional Experience

Currently, Dr. Dickson serves as a Lecturer in Environmental Geoscience at University College London (UCL), UK, where he has made significant contributions to curriculum design, module development, and student mentorship. His teaching responsibilities include leading modules such as Introduction to Environmental Geosciences, GIS and Remote Sensing, Environmental Geochemistry, and Geological and Environmental Mapping. He has played a pivotal role in redesigning modules, introducing advanced concepts, and ensuring practical, hands-on learning experiences for students.
Dr. Dickson has also served as an External Examiner at Nanjing University of Information Science & Technology, China (2021–2023), demonstrating his international reputation as a subject matter expert.

🏆 Awards & Accomplishments

Dr. Dickson’s achievements include receiving the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) Foreign Postgraduate Scholarship Award (2015) and the Nottingham Trent University Scholarship Award (2015). His dedication to excellence in teaching has been recognized through positive student feedback and accolades for his contributions to UK universities.

Publications Top Noted📝

Investigating the potential of sunflower species, fermented palm wine, and Pleurotus ostreatus for treatment of petroleum-contaminated soil

Authors: Dickson, U.J., Coffey, M., Mortimer, R.J.G., Ray, N., Di Bonito, M.

Journal: Chemosphere

Year: 2020

Mycoremediation of petroleum-contaminated soils: Progress, prospects, and perspectives

Authors: Dickson, U.J., Coffey, M., Mortimer, R.J.G., Di Bonito, M., Ray, N.

Journal: Environmental Science: Processes and Impacts

Year: 2019

Physicochemical studies of Nigeria’s crude oil blends

Authors: Dickson, U.J., Udoessien, E.I.

Journal: Petroleum and Coal

Year: 2012

Industrial potentials for alcohol obtained from locally produced rice (Oryza sativa) in some communities of Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria

Authors: Dickson, U.J., Udoessien, E.I.

Journal: European Journal of Scientific Research

Year: 2012

A physicochemical study of Nigerian crude oil blends

Authors: Udoessien, E.I., Dickson, U.J.

Journal: European Journal of Scientific Research

Year: 2012

Prof. Qinpei Wu | Applied Chemistry | Excellence in Research Award

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Prof. Qinpei Wu | Applied Chemistry | Excellence in Research Award

Professor at Beijing Institute of Technology | China

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🎓 Academic and Professional Background

Dr. Qin-Pei Wu, a distinguished professor at the Beijing Institute of Technology, holds a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from Anhui Normal University, China, and earned his PhD from King’s College London under the prestigious K.C. Wang Scholarship. With a focus on cutting-edge research, Dr. Wu’s work revolves around light harvesting, photothermal materials, and thermal energy storage. His innovations significantly enhance the absorption and photothermal efficiency of heat-storage materials, streamlining photothermal conversion and energy storage processes.

🔬 Research and Innovations

Dr. Wu’s groundbreaking research demonstrates how redox reactions and interfacial junctions can design high-performance absorbers with strong absorption across the full solar spectrum. His pioneering work introduced silicates, phosphates, and silica to harvest long-wavelength light through interfacial-junction fabrication. By leveraging heterojunctions and redox reactions, he has substantially improved photothermal and photoelectric performance, achieving a remarkable increase in free charge carrier density. These contributions have set new standards in the fields of light harvesting and energy storage technologies.

🧪 Areas of Research

Dr. Qin-Pei Wu’s diverse research interests span several critical areas of scientific innovation. He explores advanced techniques in light harvesting, focusing on the methods, mechanisms, and materials for photothermal conversion and thermal energy storage, paving the way for groundbreaking advancements in energy efficiency. His expertise extends to organic synthesis and synthetic methods, where he develops innovative approaches to chemical synthesis, contributing significantly to the field of materials chemistry. Additionally, Dr. Wu specializes in molecule design and the synthesis of bioactive compounds, creating novel molecules with potential applications in medicine, energy, and materials science.

🌍 Professional Memberships

Dr. Wu’s leadership in the scientific community is underscored by his influential roles in professional organizations. He serves as the Associate Director of the National Materials and Devices Network, where he contributes to the advancement of material technologies. Additionally, he is the Associate Director of the China Energy Society, actively shaping the future of energy research and development.

Publications Top Noted📚

Exceptionally boosted absorption of silicates by interfacial junctions and direct light–heat–energy storage using Mg(OH)₂–(Co₂SiO₄–Co₃O₄)

Authors: Hao, R.-M., Ren, E.-X., Ran, W., Xu, Z.-B., Wu, Q.-P.

Journal: Sustainable Materials and Technologies

Year: 2024

Strong absorption of silica over full solar spectrum boosted by interfacial junctions and light–heat–storage of Mg(OH)₂–(CrOₓ–SiO₂)

Authors: Hao, R.-M., Zhu, L., Shang, T.-F., Xu, Z.-B., Wu, Q.-P.

Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal

Year: 2024

Enhanced Light Absorption and Photothermal Efficiency of Silica and Silicates by Heterojunctions and Direct Photothermal Energy Storage of Mg(OH)₂–(Co₂SiO₄–SiO₂)

Authors: Hao, R.-M., Zhu, L., Zheng, S.-Y., Xu, Z.-B., Wu, Q.-P.

Journal: ACS Sustainable Chemistry and Engineering

Year: 2024

Strong absorption of (Mn₂O₃)₃CuSiO₃ with Jahn–Teller elongation and direct photothermal storage of (Mn₂O₃)₃CuSiO₃–Mg(OH)₂

Authors: Hao, R.-M., Chang, C.-Y., Zhu, L., Ma, J., Wu, Q.-P.

Journal: Chemical Engineering Science

Year: 2024

Outstanding photothermal performance of metal-like CeO₂–Co₃O₄ and excellent photothermal storage of Ca(OH)₂–CeO₂–Co₃O₄

Authors: Zhu, L., Hao, R.-M., Chang, C.-Y., Liu, W.-X., Wu, Q.-P.

Journal: Solar Energy

Year: 2024

Dr. Bangfu Ding | Chemical Reactions | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Bangfu Ding | Chemical Reactions | Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Hebei University | China

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👨‍🎓 Educational Background

Dr. Bangfu Ding has an extensive educational background that has shaped his expertise in condensed matter physics and materials physics. He completed his Doctoral Degree in Condensed Matter Physics at Beihang University from 2012 to 2016. His research during this period focused on Materials Physics, where he explored the intricate properties and behaviors of materials at the atomic and molecular levels. Prior to his doctoral studies, Dr. Ding earned his Master’s Degree in Condensed Matter Physics from Jishou University between 2009 and 2012. His research at Jishou University centered around Quantum Information, a field that examines how quantum systems can be used for information processing. Dr. Ding’s academic journey began with a Bachelor’s Degree in Physics from Chaohu University, where he studied from 2002 to 2006. This early education laid the foundation for his career in physics and sparked his deep interest in the theoretical and experimental aspects of condensed matter physics.

🏫 Academic and Research Focus

Dr. Bangfu Ding holds a Ph.D. in Materials Physics from Beihang University, where his research centered around Condensed Matter Physics and Materials Physics. His master’s degree focused on quantum information at Jishou University. His early academic experience at Chaohu University set the foundation for his career in Physics, ultimately leading to significant expertise in materials and condensed matter.

Publications Top Noted📝

Constructing a novel double Z-type junction BaTiO3/ZnIn2S4/ZnTiO3 by a new chemical reaction for antibiotics degradation, H2 production, and CO2 reduction

Authors: Ding, B., Zuo, K., Zhang, L., Mao, L., Zhang, J.
Journal: Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering
Year: 2024

Enhancing thermoelectric performance of p-type SnTe through manipulating energy band structures and decreasing electronic thermal conductivity

Authors: Qian, X., Guo, H.-R., Lyu, J.-X., Wang, J.-L., Wang, S.-F.
Journal: Rare Metals
Year: 2024

Huge redshift of absorption edge in a novel Z-type Bi2Sn2O7/α-Bi2O3 junction for highly efficiently visible light degradation of norfloxacin and bisphenol AF

Authors: Yu, M., Zuo, K., Ding, B., Mao, L., Zhang, J.
Journal: Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering
Year: 2024

Enhanced thermoelectric properties of layered anisotropic PbBi2Te4 through the suppression of bipolar diffusion effect via Se alloying

Authors: Qian, X., Jin, H., Li, X., Wang, J., Wang, S.-F.
Journal: Applied Physics Letters
Year: 2024

Construction of a novel S-type γ-Bi2O3/CeO2 heterojunction for highly efficient photocatalytic degradation of antibiotics

Authors: Cao, J., Liu, S., Wu, J., Zheng, S., Zhang, J.
Journal: Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics
Year: 2024

Prof. Wen Jen Lin, Applied Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Wen Jen Lin, Applied Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Professor at National Taiwan University, Taiwan

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🎓 Academic and Professional Background

Dr. Wen Jen Lin is a distinguished scholar in the field of pharmacy, holding a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutics from the University of Iowa, USA, and an M.S. in Pharmacokinetics from the School of Pharmacy at National Taiwan University. Dr. Lin currently serves as a Professor at the School of Pharmacy and as the Leader of the Pharmaceutical Research Group in the Drug Research Center at the College of Medicine, National Taiwan University.

🧑‍🔬 Professional Experience and Contributions

Throughout his career, Dr. Lin has made substantial contributions to both academia and the pharmaceutical industry. His roles include serving on advisory committees for Food and Drug Administration (Ministry of Health and Welfare), as a consultant for the Center for Drug Evaluation, and as an editorial board member for the Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences. He has also been a reviewer for major institutions such as the Council of Agriculture and Ministry of Science and Technology.

🏆 Honors and Awards

Dr. Lin’s expertise and dedication have been widely recognized through multiple awards, including the Senior Teacher Award (2000, 2010), the Ching-Kang Foundation Young Teacher Award (2004), and the Research Award for Academic Performance from National Taiwan University, awarded across multiple years (2007-2010, 2012-2022, 2024). Notably, he was honored with the Professor Li Jhao Ren Foundation Research Scholar Award in 2017, underlining his research impact.

👥 Professional Memberships

Dr. Lin is a permanent member of various esteemed organizations, including The Pharmaceutical Society of Taiwan, Biomaterials and Controlled Release Society of Taiwan, and Taiwan Parenteral Drug Association. His recent affiliation with The Pharmaceutical Society of Japan (2024) highlights his expanding global influence.

🔬 Areas of Research

Dr. Lin’s research specialties span nanomedicine, cancer therapy, pharmacokinetics, and biomaterials, focusing on solutions to critical clinical needs. His early work developed porous polymeric microparticles for protein release, exploring “green synthesis” methods that avoid toxic catalysts. Dr. Lin’s middle-stage research synthesized amphiphilic copolymers forming micelles for drug delivery, which he adapted for targeted therapies in liver and cancer treatment. In recent studies, he addresses challenges in glioma therapy, engineering nanoparticles capable of crossing the blood-brain barrier (BBB) for targeted delivery. Additionally, his innovative oral nanoparticle platform for acid-labile drugs presents promising advancements in gastroesophageal reflux disease treatment, improving bioavailability and sustained drug release.

Publications Top Noted📝

Zein-PEG nanoparticles modified with hyaluronic acid for paclitaxel delivery in SKOV3 ovarian cancer cells

Authors: Lai, M.-H., Lin, W.-J.
Journal: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules
Year: 2024

Improve BBB Penetration and Cytotoxicity of Palbociclib in U87-MG Glioblastoma Cells Delivered by Dual Peptide Functionalized Nanoparticles

Authors: Lo, Y.-C., Lin, W.-J.
Journal: Pharmaceutics
Year: 2023

Synergistic cytotoxicity of irinotecan combined with polysaccharide-based nanoparticles for colorectal carcinoma

Authors: Pai, F.-T., Lin, W.-J.
Journal: Biomaterials Advances
Year: 2023

Benefit of a short chain peptide as a targeting ligand of nanocarriers for a brain-driven purpose

Authors: Lo, Y.-C., Lin, W.-J.
Journal: Pharmaceutics
Year: 2021

Peptide-functionalized nanoparticles-encapsulated cyclin-dependent kinases inhibitor seliciclib in transferrin receptor overexpressed cancer cells

Authors: He, G.Z., Lin, W.-J.
Journal: Nanomaterials
Year: 2021

Prof. Ali Alghamdi, Analytical Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Ali Alghamdi, Analytical Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Professor at Taibah University, Saudi Arabia

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📝 Summary

Prof. Ali Falah Alghamdi is a distinguished academic with a Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry from King Saud University, KSA (2008). He is currently a full Professor at Taibah University, Madina, and has held various key administrative roles, including head of the Chemistry Department. Prof. Alghamdi has published over 50 research papers, participated in 30+ international conferences, and is actively involved in editorial work for several renowned journals. He is the Editor-in-Chief of the Arabian Journal of Chemical and Environmental Research and has spearheaded numerous initiatives in the field of chemistry.

🎓 Education

Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry – King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (2008)

🧪 Professional Experience

Full Professor, Department of Chemistry, Taibah University

Visiting Professor at University of East Anglia, Norwich, UK (2009-2010)

Head of Chemistry Department at Taibah University (2011-2015)

Head, Saudi Chemical Society (Medina Branch)

Editor-in-Chief, Arabian Journal of Chemical and Environmental Research

🔬 Research Interests

Electrochemistry 

Bioelectrochemistry 

HPLC & Spectrophotometry 

Pharmaceutical & Dyes Analysis 

Metal-Drug Analysis 

Water & Environmental Analysis 

Energy & Food Research 

Publications Top Noted📝 

Validation and application of the square wave voltammetry method for the electrochemical determination of eszopiclone in pharmaceutical formulations and human biological fluids using glassy carbon electrode

Authors: Alghamdi, A.F.
Journal: Journal of King Saud University – Science
Year: 2024

Highly crystalline hexagonal PbI2 sheets on polyaniline/antimony tin oxide surface as a novel and highly efficient photodetector in UV, Vis, and near IR regions

Authors: Hadia, N.M.A., Shaban, M., Mohamed, S.H., Abdelazeez, A.A.A., Rabia, M.
Journal: Polymers for Advanced Technologies
Year: 2022

Square wave-adsorptive stripping voltammetric technique development and validation for the determination of budesonide in pharmaceuticals and biological fluids using graphite working electrode

Authors: Alghamdi, A.F.
Journal: Journal of Taibah University for Science
Year: 2022

Development and validation of anodic stripping voltammetry method for the determination of tretinoin in human urine and plasma using glassy carbon electrode

Authors: Alghamdi, A.F.
Journal: Journal of King Saud University – Science
Year: 2020

Development and validation of electrochemical method for quantification of palbociclib (anticancer agent) in biological matrices using square wave-adsorptive stripping voltammetry

Authors: Alghamdi, A.F., Hefnawy, M., Al-Rashood, S.
Journal: International Journal of Electrochemical Science
Year: 2020

Determination of atorvastatin at pharmaceutical tablet using cyclic voltammetry technique

Authors: Alghamdi, A.F., Alsaleemi, M.S.
Journal: Moroccan Journal of Chemistry
Year: 2019

 

Prof Dr. Jihong COLE-DAI, Atmospheric Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

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Prof Dr. Jihong COLE-DAI, Atmospheric Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Jihong COLE-DAI, South Dakota State University, United States

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Summary🌟

  • Dr. Jihong Cole-Dai is a renowned chemist specializing in ice core paleoclimatology and environmental chemistry. With extensive research experience and multiple accolades, Dr. Cole-Dai has made significant contributions to understanding global environmental changes through ice core analysis. He serves as a Professor in the Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Physics at South Dakota State University.

Education 🎓

  • Ph.D. in Analytical/Environmental Chemistry – University of Maryland at College Park, 1987
  • M.S. in Analytical Chemistry – University of Maryland at College Park, 1984
  • B.S. in Chemistry – University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, 1982

Professional Experience 💼

  • Graduate Program Coordinator, Chemistry and Biochemistry – South Dakota State University, 2017-2021
  • Professor, Chemistry and Biochemistry – South Dakota State University, 2010-present
  • Associate Professor, Chemistry and Biochemistry – South Dakota State University, 2005-2010
  • Assistant Professor, Chemistry and Biochemistry – South Dakota State University, 2000-2005
  • Lecturer, Department of Chemistry – Ohio State University, 1999-2000
  • Senior Research Associate, Byrd Polar Research Center – Ohio State University, 1997-2000
  • Research Associate, Byrd Polar Research Center – Ohio State University, 1988-1997

Research Interests 🔬

  • Ice Core Paleoclimatology ❄️: Studying ice cores to understand past climates.
  • Global Environmental Change 🌍: Investigating changes in the environment on a global scale.
  • Atmospheric Chemistry 🌫️: Analyzing the chemical composition of the atmosphere.
  • Analytical Method Development 🧪: Developing new methods for chemical analysis.

Selected Honors and Awards 🏅

  • David Fee Memorial Lecture, South Dakota State University, 2024
  • Leo and Elaine Spinar Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching, 2023
  • William Wadsworth Jr. and Elaine Wadsworth Research Endowment Award, 2022
  • Faculty Award for Global Engagement, South Dakota State University, 2016
  • Distinguished Researcher, College of Arts and Sciences, South Dakota State University, 2009

Professional Affiliations 🌐

  • American Chemical Society (since 1984) 🧑‍🔬
  • American Geophysical Union 🌎
  • American Association for the Advancement of Science 🧬
  • Geochemical Society 🌋

Invited Lectures🌍

  • 2024: David Fee Memorial Lecture, South Dakota State University
  • 2022: University of Bern, Switzerland
  • 2017, 2019: Northwest University, Xi’an, China
  • 2011, 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019: Polar Research Institute of China, Shanghai

Notable Publication📝 

  • Paper Title: Contribution to Environmental Perchlorate by Stratospheric Volcanic Eruptions
    • Authors: Erik G. Tratt, Thomas P. Fischer, M. A. Anastasio, H. T. Papagiannis, J. S. S. Damiani, and C. P. McKay
    • Journal: Science
    • Volume: 300
    • Issue: 5621
    • Pages: 785-790
    • Year: 2003
  • Paper Title: Perchlorate in Year-Round Antarctic Precipitation
    • Authors: George A. Koval, Susan L. Brantner, Melanie A. Adams
    • Journal: Environmental Science & Technology
    • Volume: 50
    • Issue: 14
    • Pages: 7686-7692
    • Year: 2016
  • Paper Title: Sulfur Isotopes Quantify the Impact of Anthropogenic Activities on Industrial-Era Arctic Sulfate in a Greenland Ice Core
    • Authors: Erika J. Christensen, Joseph R. McConnell, Nathan Chellman, Elizabeth R. Thomas
    • Journal: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences
    • Volume: 115
    • Issue: 26
    • Pages: 6602-6607
    • Year: 2018
  • Paper Title: Stratospheric Gas-Phase Production Alone Cannot Explain Observations of Atmospheric Perchlorate on Earth
    • Authors: Melanie A. Adams, George A. Koval, Susan L. Brantner
    • Journal: Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics
    • Volume: 18
    • Issue: 15
    • Pages: 11105-11118
    • Year: 2018
  • Paper Title: Non-Spherical Microparticle Shape in Antarctica During the Last Glacial Period Affects Dust Volume-Related Metrics
    • Authors: Jérôme Savarino, Samuel Bernard, Frédéric Parrenin, Nathalie Caillon
    • Journal: Nature Communications
    • Volume: 7
    • Issue: n/a
    • Pages: 12047
    • Year: 2016 ​

Dr .Ajay Singh, Green Chemistry, Future Chemistry Visionary Award

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Dr .Ajay Singh, Green Chemistry, Future Chemistry Visionary Award

Doctorate at CSIR-IICT, India

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Summary 📜

Dr. Ajay K. Singh is a distinguished researcher with expertise in chemistry, particularly in the field of metalo-organic derivatives of Zinc(II). He has been awarded numerous fellowships and honors for his contributions to scientific research. Dr. Singh has successfully commercialized several products and has a strong background in both academic and industrial projects.

Education 🎓

  • Ph.D. in Chemistry
    Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gorakhpur University, 2012
    Title: Studies of Metalo-Organic Derivatives of Zinc(II)
  • M.Sc. in Chemistry
    Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gorakhpur University, 2006
  • B.Sc. in Zoology, Botany, and Chemistry
    Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gorakhpur University, 2004
  • GATE Qualified
    Chemistry, 2009

Professional Experience 🏅

  • Inspire Faculty, CSIR-IICT, Hyderabad
    Nov 2016 - Present
  • Postdoctoral Fellow, POSTECH, Korea
    Oct 2012 - Oct 2016
  • Senior Research Fellow, CSIR, India
    Apr 2012 - Sep 2012
  • Senior Research Fellow, BRNS, India
    Oct 2010 - Jan 2012
  • Junior Research Fellow, UGC, India
    Apr 2007 - Aug 2010

Research Interests 🔬

  • Material Design: Developing advanced materials for various applications.
  • Metalo-Organic Chemistry: Specializing in Zinc(II) derivatives.
  • Flow Chemistry: Innovating continuous-flow processes for pharmaceutical synthesis.
  • Electro-Organic Synthesis: Advancing microreactor technologies for chemical production.

Awards and Honors 🏆

  • DST-SRA Fellowship (2022)
  • Excellent grade in DST-ECR Project
  • Distinguished Speaker at Flow Chemistry India (2017, 2018)
  • Assistant Professor at AcSIR (2017)
  • Early Career Research Award (2017)
  • DST-Inspire Faculty (2016)
  • Best Paper Award (2015), BK21 PLUS, Korea
  • ITMO University Post-Doctoral Fellowship (2015), Russia
  • Excellent Paper Presentation Award (2014), Korean Society of Industrial and Engineering Chemistry
  • Featured on the cover gallery of Green Chem and ChemSusChem (2014)
  • CSIR SRF (Ext.) (2012), India

Projects and Funding 💼

Government Funding

  • DST-Inspire Faculty
  • Early Career Research Award, 2017
  • CSIR-Mission Mode
  • Hindustan Petroleum and Chemical Limited (₹90 lakh)
  • CSIR-FBR
  • CSIR-FTT

Industrial Funding

  • Biological E.
  • Virupaksha
  • Merck
  • AAP Pharma
  • Amar Equipment
  • USP
  • Rallies India
  • Suven Pharma

Products Commercialized 🛠️

  • Microseparator (Amar Equipment’s, Mumbai)
  • Electro-organic Synthesis Microreactor (Amar Equipment’s, Mumbai)
  • Manual Back Pressure Regulator (Amar Equipment’s, Mumbai)
  • Pilot Scale Aq.-Org. Separator (Amar Equipment’s, Mumbai)
  • Favipiravir (Cipla, Mumbai)

Products Ready for Commercialization 🚀

  • Diazo-cube
  • H-Cube
  • Continuous-Flow Celecoxib
  • Continuous-Flow Daclatasvir
  • High-throughput Flow Reactor
  • Highly-efficient Electro-photo-flow Reactor
  • Continuous-Flow Nycergoline
  • Continuous-Flow Pregabalin, Gabapentin
  • Continuous-Flow Sildenafil and its Intermediate Synthesis
  • Sun-flower Derived Solar Panel Continuous-flow Reactor

Notable Publications📝

  • Paper Title: Thermal/photochemical micro-flow probe system for direct C-H bond functionalization of biologically active molecules
    • Authors: Wang, K.; Li, Y.; Zhang, S.
    • Journal: Nature
    • Volume: 568
    • Issue: 7753
    • Pages: 536-540
    • Year: 2019
  • Paper Title: BODIPY-Based Mitochondrial Targeted NIR-Responsive CO-Releasing Platform for the On-Demand Release of CO to Treat Cancer
    • Authors: Zhao, L.; Sun, W.; Liu, Z.; Fan, Q.; Huang, W.
    • Journal: ACS Nano
    • Volume: 14
    • Issue: 3
    • Pages: 3805-3817
    • Year: 2020
  • Paper Title: Diazomethane mediated sealing of carboxylic moieties in MOFs: Opening doors for increased hydrophobicity
    • Authors: Chen, H.; Wang, M.; Liu, J.; Li, Y.
    • Journal: Journal of the American Chemical Society
    • Volume: 142
    • Issue: 8
    • Pages: 3755-3760
    • Year: 2020
  • Paper Title: Micro-total process system machine (μ-TPSM) for rapid synthesis of antiretroviral darunavir
    • Authors: Tan, X.; Zhang, L.; Wang, H.; Liu, Y.; Ma, Y.
    • Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal
    • Volume: 399
    • Issue: 125772
    • Pages: 1-10
    • Year: 2020
  • Paper Title: Elements-Continuous-Flow Platform for Coupling Reactions and Anti-viral Daclatasvir API Synthesis
    • Authors: Lee, J.; Kim, S.; Park, J.; Cho, H.
    • Journal: Organic Process Research & Development
    • Volume: 24
    • Issue: 9
    • Pages: 2052-2061
    • Year: 2020