Ahmad Suliman | Tissue culture | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Ahmad Suliman | Tissue culture | Best Researcher Award

National Research Centre, Egypt

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🎓 Educational Background

Dr. Ahmad Suliman holds a distinguished academic record in the field of Agricultural Sciences. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Science (Department of Horticulture) from Al-Azhar University in 2007, graduating with a very good grade and honors from the Faculty of Agriculture. He continued his studies by obtaining a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Vegetable Crops from the Horticulture Department of Cairo University between 2010 and 2013. In pursuit of global academic excellence, he earned a Ph.D. in Vegetable Crops from Kazan State Agrarian University, under the Ministry of Agriculture of the Russian Federation, from 2015 to 2020. During this time, he was also awarded a special certification in vegetable physiology and climate change adaptation in 2020. Diversifying his knowledge beyond agriculture, Dr. Suliman also completed a Mini Master in Business Administration at the American University of Science and Technology in 2022.

đź’Ľ Professional Experience

Dr. Suliman started his professional career as an Agricultural Engineer with Agrotk Bio Company from November 2007 to September 2008. Later in 2008, he joined the National Research Center (NRC) as an Agricultural Specialist, marking the beginning of a long-standing association with the institution. From 2011 to 2013, he worked as a Researcher Assistant at the Horticultural Crops Technology Department, followed by a promotion to Assistant Researcher from 2013 to 2015. While pursuing his Ph.D. studies in Russia from 2016 to 2020, he remained actively engaged in scientific research. Upon returning, he resumed his role at the NRC in 2020 as a Researcher. In September 2021, he was appointed as the Vice President of the Moringa Plant and Production Unit at the NRC. Since 2022, he has also been serving as the Managing Director and Inspector in the Food Safety and Inspection Administration, reflecting his expanding influence in agricultural governance and food safety standards.

đź§  Certifications and Specialized Training

To support his academic and professional roles, Dr. Suliman has participated in numerous certifications and training programs. His training began with core skills in safety and health (2008), scientific writing, MS Access, and English language. He further received training in civil defense (2009) and stress management (2010). He holds an IELTS certification from 2015 and a Russian language proficiency certificate from Kazan Federal University (2016). He also completed online training from the University of London on scientific research development in 2018. In 2020, he focused on climate change impacts on plants and applied chemical and agricultural treatment strategies. His recent certifications include chemical, biological, and radiological safety (2022), human resources, business administration, sales and marketing, and digital transformation creativity, all from Afro-Asian Union Centers.

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đź“„Therapeutic efficacy of secondary metabolites produced from cell suspension culture of Vaccinium corymbosum L. mitigates high-fat-diet-induced metabolic syndrome in rat model

  • Authors: Gamil R. Aboueldis, Walla M.A. Abdelazeez, Ahmad A. Suliman, Dina Mostafa Mohammed

  • Journal: Food Bioscience

  • Year: 2025


đź“„Production of secondary metabolites in callus cultures of Scutellaria baicalensis L. and assessment of their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant efficacy in ulcerative colitis rats

  • Authors: Walla M.A. Abdelazeez, Gamil R. Aboueldis, Ahmad A. Suliman, Dina Mostafa Mohammed

  • Journal: Plant Cell, Tissue and Organ Culture (PCTOC)

  • Year: 2025


đź“„Effects of melatonin on lettuce plant growth, antioxidant enzymes and photosynthetic pigments under salinity stress conditions

  • Authors: EL-Bauome, H.A.; Doklega, S.M.; Saleh, S.A.; Mohamed, A.S.; Suliman, A.A.; Abd El-Hady, M.A.M.

  • Journal: Folia Horticulturae

  • Year: 2024


đź“„Studying the Combined Impact of Salinity and Drought Stress-Simulated Conditions on Physio-Biochemical Characteristics of Lettuce Plant

  • Authors: Mostafa Abdelkader, Ahmad A. Suliman, Salem S. Salem, Ansabayeva Assiya, Luidmila Voronina, Mikhail Puchkov, Elena Loktionova, Axay Bhuker, Farid Shokry Ataya, Mohamed H. Mahmoud, et al.

  • Journal: Horticulturae

  • Year: 2024


đź“„Moringa oleifera L. mediated zinc oxide nano-biofertilizer alleviates non-alcoholic steatohepatitis via modulating de novo lipogenesis pathway and miRNA-122 expression

  • Authors: Dina Mostafa Mohammed, Maha B. Salem, Mohamed Elzallat, Olfat A. Hammam, Ahmad A. Suliman

  • Journal: Food Bioscience

  • Year: 2024

 

Vipin Kumar Sharma | Chemical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Vipin Kumar Sharma | Chemical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Indian Institute of Technology, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India

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🎓 Academic Qualifications

Mr. Sharma’s educational journey is both extensive and diverse. He earned his B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering (Gold Medalist) from SRM University, Tamil Nadu in 2010, securing First Class with Distinction. Further enhancing his knowledge, he obtained an M.Tech. from Singhania University in 2020, and pursued Post Graduate Diplomas with First Class from Annamalai University in 2015 and 2018. His technical aptitude is bolstered by professional certifications in CADD, ISO 14001-2015 auditing, Multiphase reactor design from Homi Bhabha National Institute, and programming in C and C++. Additionally, he holds a Certificate in Yoga, has completed a Business English Certificate Course from the University of Cambridge, and earned numerous other certifications that reflect a holistic and multifaceted profile.

👨‍🔬 Professional Journey

Mr. Vipin Kumar Sharma is a dedicated Research Scholar in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Tirupati, Chittoor, where he has been engaged since 2020. Prior to this academic pursuit, he served with distinction as a Superintendent (Mill) at Uranium Corporation of India Ltd. (UCIL), Jaduguda, from 2010 to 2020, contributing significantly to India’s nuclear material management and operational excellence.

🏆 Honors and Awards

Mr. Sharma has received over 20 national and international recognitions for his exemplary performance and service. Notably, he was conferred the “Certificate of Excellence in Reviewing” by the Asian Journal of Physical and Chemical Sciences (2024) and honored with the Best Engineer Award (2023) by The Institute of Engineers (India) and APSPDCL Kadapa. He was also the proud recipient of the Bhartiya Gaurav Samman (2023) and the Eminent Alumni Award by SRM University. His research excellence was celebrated with the Best Technical Paper Award at ACMS-2022, and he received letters of appreciation from both the Atomic Minerals Directorate and IFSEC India Awards. His presence at the 107th Indian Science Congress, inaugurated by the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, underscores his national-level contribution.

📚 Membership in Professional Bodies

Mr. Sharma holds lifetime or active memberships in more than 15 esteemed national and international societies. He is a Lifetime Member of The Institute of Engineers (India), International Association of Engineers (IAENG), and International Society for Development and Sustainability (ISDS). He also holds memberships in organizations like ASTM International, ASME, SAIMM, ISHMT at IIT Madras, and TMS, affirming his engagement with global engineering and scientific communities. His role as Reviewer Board Member for journals including the Asian Journal of Physical and Chemical Sciences, Physical Science International Journal, and others highlight his academic influence.

🧑‍💼 Membership in Committees

Demonstrating leadership beyond research and operations, Mr. Sharma actively contributes to various technical and academic committees. He is part of the Board of Studies for the Department of Chemical Engineering at SRM University and serves as a Review Member for the Journal of Mining and Environment. He is also an International Advisory Board Member for the International Institute of Engineers and Researchers (IIER) and a Committee Member for WASET. His commitment to institutional growth is evident from his long-standing association with the SRM Alumni Executive Committee and IEOM Society International. During his tenure at UCIL, he played critical roles in the Work Tender Committee and Apex Level Safety Committee.

Notable Publicationsđź“„


đź“„Evaluation of Air Pre-Heater System on Vis-Breaker Heaters
  • Author: Vipin Kumar Sharma

  • Journal: Preprint (SSRN)

  • Year: 2025


đź“„Scaled-Up Carbonation of Pitchblende and Uraninite Process Liquor Using Flue Gas: Kinetic Modelling and Comparative Analysis
  • Authors: Vipin Kumar Sharma, Sunil Kumar Thamida, Bhumireddy Naveen Kumar Reddy

  • Journal: Preprint (SSRN)

  • Year: 2025


đź“„An Overview of the Hydrocarbon Sector in India for Carbon Capture Scope
  • Authors: Vipin Kumar Sharma, Sunil Kumar Thamida, B. Naveen Kumar Reddy, Raja Sinha

  • Journal: Advances in Environmental and Engineering Research

  • Year: 2025


đź“„Process Intensification in Precipitation of Uranium from Post Alkali Leach Liquor Using Re-Dissolution of Sodium Diuranate Slurry: A Short Review of Laboratory and Pilot Scale Test Results
  • Authors: Vipin Kumar Sharma, P. Sriharsha, L.K. Rao, Suman Sarkar, M.S. Rao

  • Journal: Hydrometallurgy

  • Year: 2025


đź“„Study of Waste Management Treatment Facilities Using Advanced Membrane Bio Reactor (MBR) Technology
  • Authors: Vipin Kumar Sharma, Thamida Sunil Kumar, B. Naveen Kumar Reddy

  • Journal: Pollution Study

  • Year: 2025

Dr. Gabriela Ferreira | Chemical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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.

đź§Ş 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 SkĹ‚odowska-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., RĂ­os 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., RĂ­os 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. M. Shaheer Akhtar | Chemical Engineering | Research and Development Pioneer Award

Prof. M. Shaheer Akhtar | Chemical Engineering | Research and Development Pioneer Award

Professor at Jeonbuk National University, South Korea

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🎓 Academic Qualifications

Dr. M. Shaheer Akhtar holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the Laboratory of Energy and Environment, Jeonbuk National University, Republic of Korea, awarded in 2008. His doctoral research focused on the preparation and characterization of electrode materials and polymer composite electrolytes for dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs). He also completed an M.Sc. in Chemistry (Organic Chemistry) and a B.Sc. in Chemistry from D.D.U. Gorakhpur University, India.

🏫 Employment Profile

Dr. Akhtar is currently a Full Professor at the New & Renewable Energy Materials Development Center (NewREC), Jeonbuk National University, Republic of Korea, a position he has held since October 2021. Over the years, he has steadily progressed through various academic roles, including Associate Professor (2014–2021), Assistant Professor (2012–2014), and Full-Time Instructor (2010–2012). His early career included Postdoctoral Fellowships under prestigious programs like Brain Korea 21 (BK21), showcasing his long-standing dedication to renewable energy research.

📚 Teaching Expertise

Dr. Akhtar has extensive experience teaching undergraduate and graduate-level courses. These include Fundamentals of Solar Cells, Heterogeneous Catalysis, Renewable Energy Engineering, and Nanoscience and Nanotechnology. His innovative teaching methods combine theoretical instruction with hands-on experimental learning, ensuring students gain a robust understanding of advanced concepts.

🔬 Research Interests

Dr. Akhtar’s research focuses on the synthesis and characterization of nanomaterials and development of polymer composites for renewable energy applications. Key areas include:

Optimization of TiOâ‚‚ thin films for DSSCs using advanced techniques like screen printing and inkjet printing.

Charge storage and transfer mechanisms in DSSCs, studied through photo-response and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy.

Fabrication of electronic devices such as sensors and transistors using metal oxide nanomaterials.

Application of high-energy radiation technologies to enhance the properties of polymer materials.

🏆 Awards and Honors

Dr. M. Shaheer Akhtar has been widely recognized for his outstanding contributions to research and academia, earning numerous prestigious awards throughout his career. In 2022, he received the International Distinguished Research Excellence Award and was named Outstanding Faculty of the Year, underscoring his dedication to academic excellence. In 2021, Dr. Akhtar was honored as one of Asia’s Top-50 Academicians, a testament to his significant influence in the field of renewable energy materials. His exceptional research impact is further highlighted by his inclusion among the Top 2% Scientists in the World from 2019 to 2022, as listed in the Stanford University dataset. Additionally, his decade of contributions to Jeonbuk National University was celebrated with the Outstanding 10-Year Contribution Award in 2020. Dr. Akhtar’s excellence in scientific communication has also been recognized through multiple Best Paper and Presentation Awards from the Korean Institute of Chemical Engineers (KIChE), reflecting his pivotal role in advancing chemical engineering and renewable energy research.

Publications Top Noted📝

Affordable paper-based strips: A breakthrough in phenol detection for water samples
  • Authors: Malik, S.; Singh, J.; Almas, T.; Umar, A.; Akhtar, M.S.
  • Journal: Spectrochimica Acta – Part A: Molecular and Biomolecular Spectroscopy
  • Year: 2025
Carbonized porous zeolitic imidazolate framework as promising electrode for electrochemical supercapacitors
  • Authors: Kim, E.-B.; Akhtar, M.S.; Kong, I.; Ameen, S.
  • Journal: Electrochimica Acta
  • Year: 2024
Tailoring porous NiMoO4 nanotube via MoO3 nanorod precursor for environmental monitoring: Electrochemical detection of micro-sized polyvinylchloride
  • Authors: Kim, E.-B.; Akhtar, M.S.; Kong, I.; Ameen, S.
  • Journal: Chemosphere
  • Year: 2024
Rosuvastatin calcium electrochemical sensor based on a sulfur doped graphitic carbon nitride modified glassy carbon electrode: A metal free analysis approach
  • Authors: Sharma, M.; Thakur, K.K.; Kumar, S.; Umar, A.; Shaheer Akhtar, M.
  • Journal: Microchemical Journal
  • Year: 2024
Sustainable synthesis of indium oxide nanoparticles via Aloe Vera for gas sensing applications
  • Authors: Kulkarni, S.C.; Salunke, V.T.; Naeem, S.; Shaheer Akhtar, M.; Ameen, S.
  • Journal: Microchemical Journal
  • Year: 2024

 

Mrs. yanqing Xu | Chemical Engineering | Women Researcher Award 

Mrs. yanqing Xu | Chemical Engineering | Women Researcher Award 

Mrs. yanqing Xu | Zhejiang University of Technology | China

Dr. Yanqing Xu’s academic journey exemplifies her dedication to advancing chemical engineering and marine chemistry. She earned her Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering and Technology from Zhejiang University of Technology in 2020 and her M.S. in Marine Chemistry from the Second Institute of Oceanography of the Ministry of Natural Resources in 2011.

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🎓 Academic Excellence 

Yanqing Xu earned a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering and Technology from the prestigious Zhejiang University of Technology in 2020. Earlier, Yanqing obtained a Master’s degree in Marine Chemistry from the Second Institute of Oceanography of the Ministry of Natural Resources in 2011, laying a strong foundation for an illustrious career in chemical engineering and marine sciences.

💼 Professional Expertise 

Since 2011, Yanqing has been a dedicated Senior Experimentalist at the Zhejiang University of Technology, Hangzhou, China. In this role, Yanqing combines experimental precision with innovative thinking to advance the boundaries of chemical engineering and membrane technology.

🏆 Recognitions and Prestigious Awards

Yanqing Xu’s exemplary work has been recognized with several accolades, including the First Reward of National Service Science and Technology Innovation and the Best Poster Presentation Award at the International Congress on Separation and Purification Technology.

👩‍🔬 Research Focus and Innovation

Yanqing’s research centers on the design and fabrication of advanced membranes capable of precisely distinguishing molecules based on size and shape differences. These membranes are not only critical for separation processes but also play a transformative role in resource energy conversion, driving sustainable advancements in the field.

🤝 Professional Affiliations and Leadership

Yanqing is a distinguished Fellow of several prominent organizations, including the Chemical Industry and Engineering Society of China (CIESC), the Zhejiang Membrane Society, and the Shandong Membrane Society, demonstrating a commitment to collaborative progress and innovation within the scientific community.

Publications Top Notedđź“°

Strategic small molecule engineering: Unleashing the full potential of Kevlar aramid membrane in organic solvent nanofiltration

Authors: Xu, Y., Xiong, J., Qiu, Q., Ruan, H., Shen, J.

Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal

Year: 2024

Bifunctional side-chains decorating a distorted poly(aryl ether sulfone) backbone to endow an anion exchange membrane with high perm-selectivity for chloride ions

Authors: Liao, J., Wang, T., Xu, Y., Xu, Y., Shen, J.

Journal: Journal of Membrane Science

Year: 2024

Innovative sodium acrylate wastewater resource recovery through electrodialysis with integrated bipolar membranes

Authors: Cui, H., Ruan, H., Wei, H., Xu, Y., Shen, J.

Journal: Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering

Year: 2024

Ion Resource Recovery via Electrodialysis Fabricated with Poly(Arylene Ether Sulfone)-Based Anion Exchange Membrane in Organic Solvent System

Authors: Xu, J., Mu, J., Yao, Y., Ruan, H., Shen, J.

Journal: Small

Year: 2024

Porphyrin Helical Nanochannel-Assembled Polybenzimidazole Membranes Doped with Phosphoric Acid for Fuel Cells Operating in a Temperature Range of 25–200 °C

Authors: Xu, Z., Wang, Q., Guo, L., Xu, Y., Shen, J.

Journal: Advanced Functional Materials

Year: 2024