Boddapati S N Murthy | Organic Chemistry | Excellence in Research Award

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Prof. Boddapati S N Murthy | Organic Chemistry | Excellence in Research Award

Sir C R Reddy College, India

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🎓Academic and Professional Background

Prof. Boddapati S N Murthy holds a Ph.D. in Synthetic Organic Chemistry from Acharya Nagarjuna University, awarded in July 2019. His doctoral research focused on the synthesis of Arylcyanamides, Aryl tetrazole amines, Benzothiazoles, and Benzoxazoles using Copper-catalyzed C-N cross coupling strategies. He also holds an M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry and a B.Sc. in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry, both earned with First Division. Prof. Murthy has also qualified the TS & AP SET-2014, reinforcing his academic eligibility and teaching competence.

🧪 Research Interests and Contributions

Prof. Murthy’s core research areas include Catalysis, New Synthetic Methodologies, Cross-Coupling Reactions, Medicinal Chemistry, and the Design and Synthesis of Biologically Active Heterocyclic Compounds. His work demonstrates a strong foundation in modern organic synthesis and its application in drug discovery. These areas are highly relevant in both academic and industrial pharmaceutical research, contributing to the development of novel therapeutic agents.

📚 Experience and Leadership

Prof. Murthy has an impressive 15 years of teaching experience, 11 years in active research, and 2 years of industrial R&D experience at GVK-BIO Sciences Pvt. Ltd., Hyderabad. His professional journey includes roles as Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, and Lecturer across various prestigious institutions. He also served as Research Director and NAAC Criterion-III Co-ordinator, reflecting his leadership in academic research and institutional development.

🏆 Awards and Recognitions

Prof. Murthy has received several honors, including the Dr. Sarvepalli Radha Krishnan Best Teacher & Researcher Award (2022), Best Researcher Award (2021) from Sir C R Reddy College, and Best Oral Presentation Award at an international conference in 2020. These accolades acknowledge his excellence in both teaching and research, and validate his contributions at national and international levels.

🧬 Memberships and Scientific Community Involvement

He is a Life Member of the Andhra Pradesh Akademi of Sciences, INS-BARC, and the Indian Council of Chemists (ICC). These memberships reflect his active engagement in India’s scientific community, promoting knowledge sharing, peer collaboration, and ongoing professional development.

Notable Publications📝

📄 An efficient Cu catalyzed regioselective Ortho-nitration approach for the synthesis of 2-nitroarylcyanamides: Molecular docking and ADME studies

Authors: S. N. Murthy Boddapati, Ramana Tamminana, Hari Jyothi Senapathi, A. Emmanuel Kola, Siddique Akber Ansari, Ravi Kumar Kapavarapu, Hari Babu Bollikolla, Sreekantha Babu Jonnalagadda

Journal: Journal of Molecular Structure

Year: 2025

📄 Comprehensive review on green methods: Synthesis of benzothiazoles

Authors: V.V.K. Vasu Juthiga, S. N. Murthy Boddapati, Megha Balha, Ramana Tamminana

Journal: Results in Chemistry

Year: 2025

📄Synthesis, HOMO-LUMO Analysis and Antioxidant Activity of Novel Tetrazole Hybrids

Authors: S. N. Boddapati Murthy, K. Ohar, B. V. Manoj Kumar, V. A. N. Satish, K. A. Emmanuel

Journal: Eurasian Journal of Chemistry

Year: 2023

📄 A Recent Study on Anti-microbial Properties of Some Novel Substituted Indazoles

Authors: Jaganmohana Rao Saketi, S. N. Murthy Boddapati, M. Raghuram, Geetha Bhavani Koduri, Haribabu Bollikolla

Journal: Novel Aspects on Chemistry and Biochemistry, Vol. 3

Year: 2023

📄 Synthesis of 2-aryl-5-(arylsulfonyl)-1,3,4-oxadiazoles as potent antibacterial and antioxidant agents

Authors: Boddapati S. N. Murthy, Talari Subrahmanyam, Kola A. Emmanuel, Chalapaka Bhuvaneswari

Journal: Turkish Journal of Chemistry

Year: 2022

Guangying Tan | Organic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Guangying Tan | Organic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Sichuan University, China

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🎓 Education Background

Dr. Tan earned his B.S. in Chemistry (2014), followed by his M.S. and Ph.D. (2019) at Sichuan University, under the supervision of Prof. Jingsong You, specializing in C–H activation. He then completed a prestigious postdoctoral fellowship (2019–2022) with Prof. Frank Glorius at the University of Münster, Germany, focusing on energy-transfer-enabled alkene/heteroarene difunctionalization, a frontier area in photoredox catalysis.

💼 Research and Academic Experience

Dr. Tan currently serves as Professor at Sichuan University, where he leads a research group exploring next-generation organic transformations. His postdoctoral research in Germany significantly advanced the use of light-driven and radical-based methodologies in complex molecule construction. His lab focuses on sustainable catalysis, with special attention to green synthetic approaches that avoid heavy metals and harsh conditions.

🔬 Research Interests

His research centers on organic synthesis, with particular expertise in C–H activation, visible-light photocatalysis, and electrochemical transformations. He has developed transition-metal-catalyzed oxidative couplings of (hetero)arenes to synthesize fluorescent materials for light-emitting applications. Furthermore, his design of oxime-ester-based bifunctional reagents has enabled metal-free processes such as 1,2-diamination, amino-carboxylation, and 1,4-oxyamination/carboamination of alkenes. These methods have opened eco-friendly routes to amino acids, amino alcohols, and diamines.

🧪 Technical Expertise

Dr. Tan’s technical skills include transition-metal catalysis, radical chemistry, photoredox catalysis, electrosynthesis, and the design of novel activation strategies. His approaches are known for their high selectivity, broad substrate scope, and green chemistry principles, making them valuable for both academic and industrial applications.

Notable Publications📚

📚Persistent acyclic Cp*Ir(III) complexes and their reactivities in cross-coupling reactions

Authors: Yimin Wu, Yayin Deng, Guangying Tan, Jingsong You

Journal: Nature Communications

Year: 2025

📚Construction of acenaphthylenes via C−H activation-based tandem penta- and hexaannulation reactions

Authors: Jian Li, Tao Liu, Junjie Liu, Cheng Zhang, Yudong Yang, Guangying Tan, Jingsong You

Journal: Nature Communications

Year: 2024

📚Discovery of Organic Optoelectronic Materials Powered by Oxidative Ar–H/Ar–H Coupling

Authors: Yudong Yang, Yimin Wu, Zhengyang Bin, Cheng Zhang, Guangying Tan, Jingsong You

Journal: Journal of the American Chemical Society

Year: 2024

📚Iron-Catalyzed para-Selective C–H Allylation of Aniline Derivatives

Authors: Qiulin You, Xin Xiao, Yang Shi, Yimin Wu, Guangying Tan

Journal: Organic Letters

Year: 2023

📚Energy transfer-enabled unsymmetrical diamination using bifunctional nitrogen-radical precursors

Authors: Guangying Tan, Mowpriya Das, Roman Kleinmans, Felix Katzenburg, Constantin Daniliuc, Frank Glorius

Journal: Nature Catalysis

Year: 2022

📚Highly Selective Radical Relay 1,4-Oxyimination of Two Electronically Differentiated Olefins

Authors: Guangying Tan, Fritz Paulus, Ángel Rentería-Gómez, Remy F. Lalisse, Constantin G. Daniluc, Osvaldo Gutierrez, Frank Glorius

Journal: Journal of the American Chemical Society

Year: 2022

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

Ahmad Suliman | Tissue culture | Best Researcher Award

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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.

💼 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.

🧠 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.

Notable Publications📄

📄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

📄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

📄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

📄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

📄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

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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 Publications📄

📄Evaluation of Air Pre-Heater System on Vis-Breaker Heaters

  • Author: Vipin Kumar Sharma

  • Journal: Preprint (SSRN)

  • Year: 2025

📄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

📄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

📄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

📄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. Dongdong Ge – Solid waste treatment and resource utilization – Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Dongdong Ge – Solid waste treatment and resource utilization – Best Researcher Award

Jiangsu University of Technology, China

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👨‍🏫 Academic and Professional Background

Dr. Dongdong Ge, currently an Associate Professor and Master’s Supervisor at Jiangsu University of Technology, earned his Ph.D. in 2020 from the School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Shanghai Jiao Tong University. His research is primarily centered on environmental solid waste treatment and resource utilization. He has successfully led over 10 funded research projects, including those supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China, the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province, and the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation, along with enterprise-commissioned initiatives. Dr. Ge has published more than 30 SCI-indexed papers in internationally reputed journals such as Water Research, with three of them ranked among the Top 1% Highly Cited Papers in ESI, demonstrating the global impact of his work.

🔬 Research Areas 

Dr. Ge’s core research areas include solid waste treatment and resource utilization, with a notable focus on sludge dewatering technologies. He has pioneered a cutting-edge process using tannic acid conditioning to enhance sludge dewaterability. This innovative technique involves protein-targeted complexation precipitation, effectively removing extracellular proteins that impair dewatering performance. The method not only delivers rapid improvements but also contributes to long-term sludge management efficiency. Around this technology, Dr. Ge has published 7 SCI-indexed research papers, including one ESI Highly Cited Paper. This work was recognized as reaching an internationally advanced level and was honored with the First-Class Prize of the Shanghai Technology Invention Award in 2022.

🏅 Awards and Recognition

For his technological innovation in sludge treatment, Dr. Ge received the prestigious Shanghai Technology Invention Award (First-Class) in 2022. This accolade reflects both the academic excellence and practical application value of his research, solidifying his status as a leader in environmental engineering.

👨‍🔧 Professional Memberships

Dr. Ge is actively engaged in professional and academic communities at the national level. He is an Expert Member of the Water Environment Management Committee of the China Environmental Protection Federation, a Member of the Youth Expert Committee of the China Renewable Resources Industry Technology Innovation Strategy Alliance, and also serves on the Hazardous Waste Academic Committee under the Solid Waste and Ecological Materials Branch of the China Silicate Society. These affiliations demonstrate his leadership and influence in shaping future directions in environmental research and policy.

Notable Publications📝 

📝Complete solidification of landfill concentrated leachate using a minimal dosage of mayenite and its reutilization for carbonyl sulfide degradation

Authors: Zhou, Pin; Li, Xin; Ge, Dongdong; Zhu, Binglong; Huang, Shouqiang

Journal: Journal of Hazardous Materials

Year: 2025

📝Resourceful recovery of Friedel’s salt for efficiently removing fluoride ions from wastewater

Authors: Lin, Jiahong; Yue, Dongting; Ge, Dongdong; Xie, Pengfei; Huang, Shouqiang

Journal: Applied Surface Science

Year: 2025

📝Study on the chloride removal performance of porous anion exchange resin models constructed via 3D printing technology

Authors: Li, Xin; Cheng, Shi; Ge, Dongdong; Jiang, Min; Huang, Shouqiang

Journal: Separation and Purification Technology

Year: 2025

📝Light-enhanced lattice chloride elution of BiOCl for cyclic removal of chloride ions in water: performance, mechanism, and advantages

Authors: Ge, Dongdong; Li, Xin; He, Xu; Xie, Pengfei; Huang, Shouqiang

Journal: Separation and Purification Technology

Year: 2025

Prof. Dr. Tshwafo Motaung – Chemistry – Best Research Article Award

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Prof. Dr. Tshwafo Motaung – Chemistry – Best Research Article Award

Sefako Makhatho Health Science University, South Africa

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🎓 Academic Qualifications

Prof. Motaung’s academic path is marked by a continuous pursuit of excellence. He earned his B.Sc. in Chemistry and Physics (2004) from the University of the North, followed by a B.Sc. Honours in Chemistry (2005), M.Sc. in Chemistry (2008), and Ph.D. in Chemistry (2012) from the University of the Free State (UFS). His academic credentials also include a Postgraduate Diploma in Higher Education (2018) from the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN), highlighting his commitment to education and teaching.

🧠 Leadership & Management Qualifications

In addition to his scientific achievements, Prof. Motaung has acquired substantial training in leadership and management. He holds a Project Management Certificate (1 year) and an Advanced Diploma in Labour Law (2 years) from UFS. Furthermore, he completed a Certificate in Values-Based Leadership from the University of Cape Town Graduate School of Business, and an Executive Development Program (2 years) from the University of Stellenbosch Business School. These credentials underscore his versatility and leadership capacity in both academic and administrative spheres.

👨‍🔬 Professional Experience

Prof. Motaung’s professional career began as a Tutor and Laboratory Assistant (2004–2005) at UFS. He then served as an Assistant Professional Officer (2006), Junior Lecturer (2007–2012), and Chemical Waste Manager (2010–2012) at the same institution. From 2013 to 2015, he advanced to become a Senior Researcher and Research Leader at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) in Port Elizabeth. In 2015, Prof. Motaung joined the University of Zululand, where he served as Associate Professor and Head of Department (Y2 Rated) until 2019, and then as Professor and HOD (Y2 Rated) until 2021. He further held the title of Senior Professor and Head of the Material Science Niche Area at the University of South Africa (2021–2024). Currently, he is a Senior Professor and Research Group Leader at Sefako Makgatho Health Science University.

🧑‍🎓 Postgraduate Supervision & Mentorship

Prof. Motaung has supervised and co-supervised a wide range of Honours, MSc, and Ph.D. students, nurturing future scholars in polymer chemistry, natural fibers, biomass composites, and nanotechnology. To date, he has successfully guided 16 Honours students and numerous MSc and Ph.D. graduates. Notable projects include the development of shear thickening fluids, gold nanorod encapsulation, cellulose derivatives for cancer treatments, and ZnAl₂O₄:Eu²⁺,Dy³⁺ polymer composites.

🏅 Departmental Leadership and Achievements

During his tenure as Head of Department at the University of Zululand, Prof. Motaung led the department to significant achievements. The department was named Research Department of the Year in 2015, 2016, and 2018, and earned the Role Model Department title in 2016. It was also awarded the Most Research Productive Department and the University Gold Revolving Cup in 2016 and 2018. He received multiple individual recognitions for his contribution to research output between 2015 and 2018, solidifying his reputation as a transformational academic leader.

🏆 Awards and Honors

Prof. Motaung’s career has been recognized with numerous national and international awards. These include the Emerging Researcher Award (2012) from CSIR, and the Productive Researcher Awards from the University of Zululand in 2017, 2018, and 2019. He received the Global Innovation Competition Program Ministerial Award (2018), Leaders in Innovation Fellowship (2018), and the Innovation Award (2019). In 2019, he was honored with the Research Peace International Award, and most recently in 2024, he received the prestigious Science Father Nanocomposites International Award, recognizing his impact in the field of nanocomposites.

🔬 Research Focus & Impact

Prof. Motaung’s research expertise spans polymer science, material chemistry, nanocomposites, and eco-friendly bio-materials. His interdisciplinary research combines scientific excellence with real-world application, influencing sustainable solutions, energy development, and medical innovations. He remains a driving force in African and global scientific communities, with continuous contributions to academic advancement and societal development.

Notable Publications📝

📝 Synthesis of Cellulose-Based Fluorescent Carbon Dots for the Detection of Fe(III) in Aqueous Solutions

Authors: L.P. Magagula, C.M. Masemola, T.E. Motaung, N. Moloto, E.C. Linganiso

Journal: Processes

Year: 2025

📝 Microwave-Assisted Reduction of Graphene Oxide to Reduced Graphene Oxide

Authors: J.T. Mhlongo, B. Tlhaole, L.Z. Linganiso, T.E. Motaung, E.C. Linganiso

Journal: Processes

Year: 2025

📝 Sustainable Conversion of Corncob Biomass Waste into High Performance Carbon Materials for Detection of VOCs at Room Temperature

Authors: L.P. Magagula, C.M. Masemola, T.E. Motaung, N. Moloto, E.C. Linganiso

Journal: Molecules

Year: 2025

📝 Structure and Optical Properties of Er³⁺ Doped ZnSe Nanoparticles

 Authors: L.A. Miya, L.F. Koao, S.V. Motloung, H.C. Swart, T.E. Motaung

 Journal: Optical Materials

 Year: 2024

📝 Effect of Silica Content in a Bio-Polymeric Blended Nanocomposite for Efficient Adsorption of Mercury in Basic Aqueous Solution

Authors: A. Tshikovhi, S.B. Mishra, A.K. Mishra, T.E. Motaung

Journal: Fibers and Polymers

Year: 2025

Prof. zhuangzhuang Zhang – Renewable Energy and Fuel Cells – Best Researcher Award

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Prof. zhuangzhuang Zhang – Renewable Energy and Fuel Cells – Best Researcher Award

Yan’an University, China

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🎓 Educational Background

Prof. Zhuangzhuang Zhang is an Associate Professor and Master’s Supervisor at Yan’an University. He earned his Ph.D. in Industrial Catalysis from Northwest University. With a strong foundation in catalysis and energy research, he has dedicated his career to exploring innovative solutions for coal conversion and solid waste resource utilization.

🔍 Research Focus

Prof. Zhang specializes in the clean and efficient conversion of coal, with a primary focus on low-rank coal pyrolysis and coal-based solid waste resource utilization. His research aims to develop sustainable and high-value applications for coal-derived materials, contributing to environmentally friendly and energy-efficient solutions. His work integrates both fundamental scientific research and industrial applications, ensuring that his findings benefit both academia and industry.

🏆 Awards and Recognitions

Recognized for his outstanding research contributions, Prof. Zhang has received multiple prestigious awards. These include the Award for Outstanding Contributions to Young Science and Technology in the Shaanxi Petrochemical Industry, as well as the First Prize in the Shaanxi Petrochemical Science and Technology Award, where he was the first contributor. Additionally, he secured the First Prize in the Third High-Value Patent Cultivation Competition of Yan’an City. His dedication to scientific excellence has also led to his selection in the Special Support Program of “Three Qin Talents” in Shaanxi Province and recognition as a Young Science and Technology Star of Shaanxi Province.

🔬 Leadership and Professional Roles

Prof. Zhang plays a vital leadership role as the Deputy Director of the Yan’an Energy-Yanbian University Comprehensive Energy Industry Technology Research Institute in Shaanxi Province. His leadership extends to his role as the leader of the Coal-based New Materials Innovation Team in Yan’an City, where he spearheads research initiatives focused on developing advanced coal-based materials. His work contributes to the technological advancements in energy conversion and material science, benefiting both academic research and industrial applications.

📜 Professional Memberships

Prof. Zhang is actively involved in professional organizations that drive scientific advancements in chemistry and coal research. He is a member of the Chinese Chemical Society and the Chinese Coal Society, where he collaborates with other experts to enhance the understanding and application of coal-based technologies.

Notable Publications📑

📑Charge carriers oriented accumulation in MoS₂/Cd₀.₅Mn₀.₅S Schottky junctions for highly efficient photocatalytic H₂ evolution

Authors: C. Ruan, Chenxi; K. Gao, Kaixing; Q. Wang, Qian; Y. Tian, Yu; Z. Zhang, Zhuangzhuang

Journal: Separation and Purification Technology

Year: 2025

📑Hydroxyl Groups in Hexagonal Boron Nitride Enhance the Performance of Plasma-Catalyzed CH₄ and H₂O Conversion to Methanol

Authors: L. Tian, Long; X. Han, Xinyou; X. Liu, Xiang; C. Dai, Chengyi; X. Ma, Xiaoxun

Journal: Industrial and Engineering Chemistry Research

Year: 2025

Dr. Jagdish Kumar – Environmental Analytical Chemistry – Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Jagdish Kumar – Environmental Analytical Chemistry – Best Researcher Award

Shriram Institute for Industrial Research, India

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🎓Academic and Professional Journey 

Dr. Jagdish Kumar is a distinguished environmental scientist with a Ph.D. in Chemistry, a Fellow of the Institution of Chemists (FIC), and a Chartered Chemist. With an extensive career spanning 39 years, he has made remarkable contributions to environmental sustainability, pollution control, and waste management. His expertise covers diverse areas, including solid and hazardous waste management, air and water pollution control, landfill gas assessment, resource recovery, and climate change mitigation. Over the years, Dr. Kumar has played a crucial role in shaping environmental policies and implementing sustainable solutions to combat pollution.

🌍Expertise in Pollution Control and Waste Management 

Dr. Kumar has established himself as an expert in environmental risk assessment, cleaner production techniques, and process control audits. His work focuses on tackling critical environmental challenges such as pollutant dispersion modeling, landfill site selection, carbon footprint reduction, and sustainable waste disposal strategies. As an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Coordinator and Functional Area Expert (FAE) accredited by the Quality Council of India (QCI) and the National Accreditation Board for Education and Training (NABET), he has assessed numerous industrial and infrastructural projects, ensuring they meet national and global environmental standards.

📜Regulatory and Technical Committee Contributions 

As a key figure in environmental governance, Dr. Kumar serves on various technical committees of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). He has been actively involved in the formulation of national standards for industrial water quality, chemical hazards, and environmental safety regulations. Additionally, he has been designated multiple times from 2006 to 2024 as a Government Analyst under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, by the Ministry of Environment, Forests & Climate Change (MoEF&CC), Government of India. His expertise has been sought after in shaping environmental regulations and ensuring their effective implementation.

🏆Accreditations and Professional Certifications 

Dr. Kumar is an Approved Functional Area Expert (FAE) by QCI/NABET, specializing in solid and hazardous waste management, water pollution control, meteorology, air quality modeling, and risk management. As an Approved EIA Coordinator, he has led numerous environmental impact assessments for projects in oil and gas transportation, special economic zones (SEZs), hazardous chemical storage, and industrial emissions control. His contributions have been pivotal in ensuring industrial projects align with sustainability and environmental safety norms.

🔬Research Contributions and Environmental Innovations 

Dr. Kumar’s research is focused on finding innovative solutions for environmental sustainability. His work includes pollutant dispersion modeling, air pollution control, water quality assessment, and climate change adaptation. He has been instrumental in advancing resource recovery techniques, landfill gas potential assessments, and disaster management planning. His research has significantly contributed to reducing environmental footprints and promoting circular economy principles.

🌐Professional Memberships and International Collaborations 

Dr. Kumar is a Life Member of the Indian Society of Remote Sensing & Geomatics (ISRO) and has been a key contributor to EU-India bilateral Technical Cooperation for the Environment, aiming to build the capacity of stakeholders in India and Europe to implement cleaner, greener and climate-friendly technologies in the areas of waste management. Through these affiliations, he collaborates with global experts on sustainable waste management, water conservation, and environmental governance. His expertise has been recognized on both national and international platforms, making him a sought-after consultant in environmental policy and regulation.

Notable Publications📝

📝Arsenic contamination in groundwater – hotspots discovered through GIS model during recent survey in Bihar and U.P.

Authors: Jagdish Kumar, Manish Wasuja, A Gupta, V.K. Verma, R.K. Khandal

Journal: Sustainable Management of Water Resources: Emerging Science and Technology Issues in South Asia (Book)

Year: 2009

📝A reliable model to strengthen community-based water quality monitoring and surveillance via field test kits

Authors: Jagdish Kumar, Aarti Garg, Gaurav, Vivek Narayan Singh, Mukul Das

Journal: Scientific Reports

Year: 2025

📝Strengthening Water Quality Testing and Remediation System – Role of Training and Capacity Building

Authors: Jagdish Kumar, Vivek Narayan Singh, Mukul Das

Journal: Jal Jeevan Samvad

Year: 2024

📝Significance of Quantitative Risk Assessment and Onsite Emergency Plan for Chemical Industries (Part-2)

Authors: V.K. Verma, Jagdish Kumar

Journal: ENVIRO ANNOTATIONS

Year: 2020

📝Management and hygienization of municipal sewage sludge- existing practices and future potential for radiation processing technology

Authors: J. George, S. Rajput, Jagdish Kumar, D.S. Chatterjee, Mukesh Garg, V.K. Verma, R.K. Khandal

Journal: Radiation Processing Technology Applications (Book)

Year: 2010

Prof. jinhui li – Resource recycling – Best Researcher Award

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Prof. jinhui li – Resource recycling – Best Researcher Award

Jiangxi University of Science and Technology, China

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🎓 Academic and Professional Background

Professor Jinhui Li is a highly esteemed academic and researcher in the field of Chemical Engineering and Technology. He serves as the Head of the National First-Class Professional Construction at Jiangxi University of Science and Technology. His expertise and contributions have earned him a position as a member of the Expert Committee of the Non-Ferrous Metals Industry Technology Innovation Strategic Alliance. In addition to his academic leadership, Professor Li is a certified expert of the Non-Ferrous Metals Think Tank under the Society of Non-Ferrous Metals. He actively contributes to scientific research evaluation as a judge for the Ganzhou Science and Technology Association. Furthermore, he plays a key editorial role in Jiangxi Metallurgy and Non-Ferrous Metals Science and Engineering Journals. His expertise is recognized globally as a guest reviewer for authoritative journals such as Hydrometallurgy and Minerals Engineering.

🏆 Honors & Recognitions

Professor Jinhui Li was selected into the Jinggang Scholars Distinguished Professor Talent Plan of Jiangxi Province Universities in 2021. This prestigious recognition comes with funding of 2 million yuan and underscores his exceptional contributions to chemical engineering research. His work continues to make a significant impact on metallurgical science, sustainable resource management, and non-ferrous metal processing, shaping the future of chemical engineering and materials research.

Notable Publications📝

📝Cross-city insights on sustainable consumption: consistency and disparities in willingness to buy and pay for green air conditioners

Authors: Jiachao Ke, Shujie Zhao, Yaozhong Guo, Ni Sheng, Jinhui Li

Journal: Frontiers of Environmental Science and Engineering

Year: 2025

📝Heavy metal pollution from standardized e-waste dismantling activities: Pollution index, risk assessment and intervening measures

Authors: Kaihan Cai, Xi He, Li Wang, Jinhui Li, Yibing Ma

Journal: Journal of Hazardous Materials

Year: 2025

📝Recycling of spent lithium-ion batteries via sulfidation shock

Authors: Beikai Zhang, Lanbin Wang, Duanmei Song, Jiadong Yu, Jinhui Li

Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal

Year: 2025

📝Red mud used as roadbed material: Revealing the long-term leaching characteristics of heavy metals and associated health risk

Authors: Wentao Ji, Lili Liu, Quanyin Tan, Jinhui Li

Journal: Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering

Year: 2025

📝Utilization of molybdenum tailings in subgrade materials: Orthogonal experiments, long-term leaching behavior of heavy metals, and environmental impact assessment

Authors: Wentao Ji, Shuo Pan, Jialin Yu, Quanyin Tan, Jinhui Li

Journal: Process Safety and Environmental Protection

Year: 2025