Dr. Xunjin Zhu, Renewable Energy and Fuel Cells, Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Xunjin Zhu, Renewable Energy and Fuel Cells, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Hong Kong Baptist University, China

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🌟Summary

  • Dr. Xunjin Zhu, currently a Professor at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, has established a distinguished career in chemistry with a focus on sustainable energy and nanomedicine. His work in porphyrin/phthalocyanine-based semiconductors and nanomedicines has garnered significant recognition, including multiple U.S. patents and numerous publications in top-tier journals.

🎓 Education

  • Ph.D. in Chemistry, Hong Kong Baptist University (2003–2006)
  • M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry, Wuhan University (1999–2002)
  • B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering, Wuhan Institute of Technology (1993–1997)

👨‍🏫 Professional Experience

  • Professor, Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology, Hong Kong Polytechnic University (2024–Present)
  • Associate Professor, Department of Chemistry, Hong Kong Baptist University (2019–2024)
  • Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry, Hong Kong Baptist University (2013–2019)
  • Research Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry, Hong Kong Baptist University (2010–2013)
  • Postdoctoral Fellow, Georgia Institute of Technology (2008–2010)
  • Postdoctoral Fellow, University of Texas at Austin (2006–2008)

🔬 Research Interests

  • 🌱 Sustainable Energy and Carbon Neutrality
    Dr. Zhu’s research focuses on porphyrin/phthalocyanine-based semiconductors for applications such as photovoltaics, photocatalytic water-splitting, and CO2 reduction.
  • 🧬 Nanomedicines
    He explores porphyrin/phthalocyanine-based nanomedicines for photoacoustic imaging and photodynamic/photothermal cancer therapy.

📜 Patent Highlights

  1. Porphyrin Photosensitizer and Cobaloxime Cocatalyst (US Patent 2023/0051807 A1, 2023)
  2. Design and Synthesis of Porphyrin Materials for Organic Photovoltaics (US Patent 10,236,457 B2, 2019)
  3. Carbon Quantum Dots for Targeted Photodynamic Therapy (US Patent 10,369,221 B2, 2019)

💰 Research Grants

  • NSFC/RGC Joint Research Scheme: HK$1,244,750 (2023) 🌟💼
  • General Research Fund: HK$666,512 (2021) 📊💡
  • Innovation and Technology Fund: HK$4,047,645 (2019) 🚀🔬
  • Key Research Partnership Scheme: HK$666,667 (2022) 🤝🔍
  • State Key Laboratory of Physical Chemistry of Solid Surfaces: RMB¥200,000 (2022) 🧪🏢

Publication Top Noted📝

  • Article: The 2nd Asian Conference on Porphyrins, Phthalocyanines and Related Materials
    • Authors: Zhu, G.; Yang, Z.; Li, S.; Xie, Y.; Jiang, J.
    • Journal: Chinese Chemical Letters
    • Volume: 35
    • Issue: 7
    • Year: 2024
  • Article: Large-Area Fabrication of Hexaazatrinaphthylene-Based 2D Metal-Organic Framework Films for Flexible Photodetectors and Optoelectronic Synapses
    • Authors: Song, J.; Liu, C.-K.; Piradi, V.; Wong, W.-Y.; Yan, F.
    • Journal: Advanced Science
    • Volume: 11
    • Issue: 13
    • Year: 2024
  • Article: Self-assembly of Pt(ii)-tetrakis(pentafluorophenyl)porphyrin via F⋯F interaction for efficient cocatalyst-free photocatalytic hydrogen evolution
    • Authors: Bodedla, G.B.; Piradi, V.; Thor, W.; Zhu, X.; Wong, W.-Y.
    • Journal: Journal of Materials Chemistry A
    • Volume: 12
    • Issue: 5
    • Year: 2023
  • Article: Design of AIEgen-based porphyrin for efficient heterogeneous photocatalytic hydrogen evolution: Special Collection: Aggregation-Induced Processes and Functions
    • Authors: Bodedla, G.B.; Imran, M.; Zhao, J.; Zhu, X.; Wong, W.-Y.
    • Journal: Aggregate
    • Volume: 4
    • Issue: 5
    • Year: 2023
  • Article: In situ Electropolymerized 3D Microporous Cobalt-Porphyrin Nanofilm for Highly Effective Molecular Electrocatalytic Reduction of Carbon Dioxide
    • Authors: Wang, C.; Chen, Y.; Su, D.; Zhan, D.; Zhu, X.
    • Journal: Advanced Materials
    • Volume: 35
    • Issue: 38
    • Year: 2023

Mr. Ashish Gupta, Green Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Ashish Gupta, Green Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Mr. Ashish Gupta, Banaras Hindu University, India

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  • Ashish Gupta is a dedicated PhD candidate in Plant Biotechnology at the Department of Botany, Banaras Hindu University (BHU). With a strong academic background and hands-on experience in plant biotechnology, he is committed to contributing to the field through research and innovation. Ashish has participated in various national and international workshops and has presented his work on antimicrobial compounds and plant regeneration.

Education🎓

  • 📚PhD in Plant Biotechnology (Ongoing)
    • Department of Botany, MMV, Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi
    • CGPA: 8.42
  • 🌿M.Sc. in Plant Biotechnology
    • Dept. of Genetics and Plant Breeding, Institute of Agricultural Sciences, BHU
    • CGPA: 8.01
  • 🧬B.Sc. in CBZ (Chemistry, Botany, Zoology)
    • Tilak Dhari Post Graduate College, Jaunpur, V.B.S.P University
    • Aggregate: 59.72%
  • 🏫Higher Secondary (12th)
    • Janta Inter College, Thekma, Bijauli, Azamgarh, U.P.
    • Aggregate: 60.20%
  • 📖Secondary (10th)
    • Janta Inter College, Thekma, Bijauli, Azamgarh, U.P.
    • Aggregate: 68.16%

Professional Experience💼

  • 🔬Doctorate Research
    • Ongoing PhD in Plant Biotechnology at BHU, focusing on plant regeneration and antimicrobial compounds.
  • 📄M.Sc. Dissertation
    • "Studies on Callus Induction and Plantlets Regeneration from Different Parts of Horse Gram (Macrotyloma uniflorum L.)" under Dr. M.K. Singh.
  • 🍌Internship in Micropropagation
    • Six-month training on "In-vitro Micropropagation of Banana (G-9 Grand Naine)" organized by Biotech Consortium India Limited (BCIL).

Research Interests🔬

  • 🌱Plant Biotechnology
    • Specializing in plant tissue culture, genetic engineering, and phytochemical studies.
  • 🧪Nanotechnology
    • Biogenic synthesis of nanoparticles from plant extracts and their characterization.
  •  🧬Molecular Biology
    • DNA isolation, primer designing, gene amplification, and cloning.

Skills🛠️

  • 🔬Laboratory Skills
    • Proficient in biochemical, phytochemical, antioxidant, and molecular experiments.
    • Skilled in handling instruments like HPLC, spectrophotometer, and centrifuge.
    • Experience in plant extraction methods and nanoparticle synthesis.
  • 💻Computer Skills
    • Operating systems: Windows XP, Vista, 7; MS Office; Internet proficiency.
    • Certifications in computer applications (DCA, ADCA, CCC).
  • 🌐Linguistic Ability
    • Fluent in English, Hindi, and Bhojpuri.

Notable Publication📚

  • Article : Biosynthesis of silver nanoparticle from flower extract of Dillenia indica and its efficacy as antibacterial and antioxidant
    • Authors: Ashish Gupta, Brajesh Chandra Pandey, Jaya Verma, Ida Tiwari, Alakh Niranjan Sahu, Rajesh Kumari Manhas, Nishi Kumari
    • Journal: Microbial Pathogenesis
    • Year: 2024
  • Article : Biogenic synthesis of silver nanoparticle from flower extract of Wedelia chinensis and their antibacterial and antioxidant activity
    • Authors: Brajesh Chandra Pandey, Ashish Gupta, Alakh Niranjan Sahu, Riddha Dey, Richa Raghuwanshi, Nishi Kumari, ASHISH GUPTA
    • Journal: Nano Express
    • Year: 2024
  • Article : Antimicrobial Efficacy of In Vitro Cultures and their Applications
    • Authors: Nishi Kumari, Pooja Jaiswal, Alpana Yadav, Ashish Gupta, Brajesh Chandra Pandey, ASHISH GUPTA
    • Journal: In Vitro Propagation and Secondary Metabolite Production from Medicinal Plants: Current Trends (Part 1)
    • Year: 2024
  • Article: In Vitro Cultures: Challenges and Limitations
    • Authors: NISHI KUMARI, Ashish Gupta, Brajesh Chandra Pandey, Renu Kushwaha, Mohd Yaseen, ASHISH GUPTA
    • Journal: Plants for Immunity and Conservation Strategies
    • Year: 2023
  • Article: Phytochemical Screening and GC-MS Analysis of Flower Extract of Dillenia indica
    • Authors: Ashish Gupta, ASHISH GUPTA
    • Journal: Bioscience Biotechnology Research Communications
    • Year: 2020

Mr .MD ENAMUL HASAN,  Renewable Energy and Fuel Cells, Best Researcher Award 1061

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Mr .MD ENAMUL HASAN,  Renewable Energy and Fuel Cells, Best Researcher Award

Mr. MD ENAMUL HASAN , University of Vaasa, Finland

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Md. Enamul Hasan: A Proficient Scholar in Economics & Business Administration

Md. Enamul Hasan, a Bangladeshi scholar, is currently pursuing his Doctor of Science in Economics & Business Administration at the University of Vaasa, Finland, under the supervision of esteemed professors Dr. Tatiana King, Prof. Sami Vähämaa, and Prof. Timothy King. His research interests span environmental reporting, corporate governance, tax avoidance, corporate financial fraud, and information disclosure.

Education Journey

Enamul completed his Master of Management Science (Accounting) from Xiamen University, China, under the mentorship of Asst. Prof. Jun Ruan. He achieved a commendable CGPA of 3.70/4.00. Prior to this, he obtained his MBA in Finance & Banking from Jahangirnagar University, Bangladesh, and his BBA in Finance & Banking, also from Jahangirnagar University, where he displayed outstanding academic performance.

Teaching Experience

Enamul has showcased his teaching prowess as a Co-Instructor for Corporate Finance at the University of Vaasa, Finland, in Autumn 2023. He has also served as a Lecturer in Finance & Accounting at the Army Institute of Business Administration, Bangladesh, since June 2021, where he teaches a variety of courses including Financial Institutions and Markets, Financial Ownership and Control, and Insurance and Risk Management. His teaching repertoire also includes Corporate Finance, Financial Statement Analysis, Real Estate Finance and Investment, Financial Engineering, and Insurance and Risk Management at the graduate level.

Skills & Proficiency

His skill set includes programming proficiency in STATA, SAS, R-Programming Language, and LaTex, with familiarity in Python and MATLAB. He is also adept in MS Office, Adobe Illustrator, Zotero, EndNote, Mendeley, SmartPLS, and Microsoft Power BI.

Notable Publication:

Transforming developing economies by shifting paradigms beyond natural resources. The fintech and social dynamics for sustainable mineral policy