Prof Dr. Elena Ermilova | Enzyme Mechanisms in Organic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Prof Dr. Elena Ermilova | Enzyme Mechanisms in Organic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Elena Ermilova | Saint-Petersburg State University | Russia

Professor Elena Victorovna Ermilova is an esteemed scientist and educator with a robust academic career spanning several decades. She received her Ph.D. in 1985 and, in 1997, achieved a Doctorate in Biology—the highest academic degree in Russia. Since 2006, she has served as a professor at Saint-Petersburg State University, where she also founded and leads the Laboratory of Adaptation of Microorganisms.

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🎓 Academic and Professional Background

Elena Victorovna Ermilova is a distinguished Professor at Saint-Petersburg State University and serves as the Head of the Laboratory of Adaptation of Microorganisms. She earned her PhD in 1985, followed by a Doctor in Biology degree in 1997, the highest academic qualification in Russia. Since 2006, she has been a professor, and in 2007, she established the laboratory, fostering groundbreaking research in microorganism adaptation. In 2021, she received the St. Petersburg Government Prize for her exceptional contributions to Biological Sciences.

🔬 Research Interests

Prof. Ermilova’s research explores critical aspects of post-translational regulation of enzymes, the control of arginine biosynthesis, and PII signal transduction proteins. She has been instrumental in identifying glutamine sensors in chloroplasts (Cell, 159 (2014) 1188–1199) and has led studies that uncovered key components of nitric oxide control in green algae (Molecular Biology, 2023, Vol. 57, No. 6, pp. 921–928).

🌍 International Collaboration and Grants

Prof. Ermilova has supervised several international grants, fostering global scientific collaboration. These include projects supported by INTAS, involving esteemed partners like Prof. Emilio Fernandez (Cordoba University, Spain) and Prof. Nicolaus Rütger Werner von Wirén (University of Hohenheim, Germany). She has also contributed to joint grants such as DFG-Russian Foundation of Basic Research (15-54-12370) and DFG-SPSU 2016, working with Prof. Karl Forchhammer (Eberhard Karls Universität, Tübingen, Germany).

🏅 Professional Memberships

Prof. Ermilova is an active member of several prestigious scientific organizations. She is a dedicated member of the Society of Microbiologists of Russia, contributing to advancements in microbial research and fostering collaboration within the scientific community. Additionally, she is a member of the Society of Plant Physiologists and Biochemists of Russia, where she plays a significant role in promoting research and knowledge exchange in the fields of plant physiology and biochemistry. These memberships highlight her commitment to staying at the forefront of her field and engaging with fellow experts to drive scientific progress.

📚 Scientific Contributions

Elena Ermilova is a co-author of the seminal discovery of glutamine sensors in chloroplast plants and has led innovative studies that reveal crucial mechanisms of nitric oxide control in green algae. Her work is published in prestigious journals and continues to advance the understanding of molecular biology in chlorophyta.

Publications Top Noted📝

Control of arginine biosynthesis in the green alga Dunaliella salina

Authors: Vlasova, V.; Lapina, T.; Zalutskaya, Z.; Anoshkina, L.; Ermilova, E.

Journal: Protistology

Year: 2024

Nitric Oxide(II) in the Biology of Chlorophyta

Author: Ermilova, E.V.

Journal: Molecular Biology

Year: 2023

Nitric Oxide(II) in the Biology of Chlorophyta

Author: Ermilova, E.V.

Journal: Molekuliarnaia Biologiia

Year: 2023

N-Acetyl-L-glutamate Kinase of Chlamydomonas reinhardtii: In Vivo Regulation by PII Protein and Beyond

Authors: Vlasova, V.; Lapina, T.; Statinov, V.; Ermilova, E.

Journal: International Journal of Molecular Sciences

Year: 2023

Second nitrate reductase of Dunaliella salina: functional redundancy or greater?

Authors: Zalutskaya, Z.; Korkina, S.; Ermilova, E.

Journal: Protistology

Year: 2023

Prof Dr. Liubov Safonova, Physical Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

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Prof Dr. Liubov Safonova, Physical Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Liubov Safonova, Institute of Solution Chemistry of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Russia

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🎓Educational Background 

Liubov P. Safonova completed her undergraduate studies in chemistry at the Department of Inorganic Chemistry, Ivanovo State University of Chemistry and Technology in 1975, earning her Dipl.Chem. degree. This educational foundation in inorganic chemistry established her for a prolific scientific career.

🔬Scientific Experience and Career Milestones 

1975-1978: Safonova began her professional journey as a Scientific Associate and Research Assistant at Ivanovo State University of Chemistry and Technology, where she gained valuable early career experience.

1978-1981: During her graduate studies at the same institution, she conducted significant research that led to her PhD and the award of the academic degree of Candidate of Chemical Sciences in 1981.

1981-1984: She continued her scientific contributions as an Associate Researcher, expanding her expertise in solution chemistry.

1984-1998: Her promotion to Senior Researcher marked the start of over a decade of leadership in research projects, solidifying her status as an expert in coordination chemistry.

1998-Present: Since 1998, Safonova has held the prestigious position of Chief Researcher. That same year, she earned the Doctor of Chemical Sciences degree, recognizing her immense contributions to the field. In 2007, she was awarded the academic rank of professor, further confirming her stature as a top scientist.

🌟Professional Contributions and Leadership 

Liubov P. Safonova has been actively involved in editorial and organizational roles within the scientific community. She serves on the editorial board of the esteemed Russian academic book series, “Problems of Solution Chemistry”, and is a key member of the organizing committee for notable events such as the International Conference of Chemical Thermodynamics in Russia and the International Chugaev Conference on Coordination Chemistry (2011). Her ongoing engagement with these events underscores her dedication to the advancement of chemical sciences globally.

Publications Top Noted📄

Zwitterionic and vinyl-N-imidazolium ionic liquids

Authors: Shmukler, L.E., Fadeeva, Y.A., Gruzdev, M.S., Van Thuc, N., Safonova, L.P.
Journal: Journal of Molecular Liquids
Year: 2024

Structure of Propyl-, Dipropyl-, and Tripropylammonium Mesylates According to the Molecular Dynamics Data

Authors: Fedorova, I.V., Krest’yaninov, M.A., Safonova, L.P.
Journal: Russian Journal of Physical Chemistry A
Year: 2024

New PBI Membranes Doped with Methyl-Imidazolium Triflate Protic Ionic Liquid

Authors: Fadeeva, Y.A., Kuzmin, S.M., Shmukler, L.E., Safonova, L.P.
Journal: Polymer Science – Series A
Year: 2024

Combined Computational and Experimental Studies of Tripropylammonium 2-Sulfobenzoate Protic Ionic Liquid

Authors: Fedorova, I.V., Shmukler, L.E., Fadeeva, Y.A., Krestyaninov, M.A., Safonova, L.P.
Journal: Structural Chemistry
Year: 2024

Effects of Non-Specific and Specific Solvation on Structure of Tripropylammonium-Based Protic Ionic Liquids: Insight from Computational Modeling

Authors: Fedorova, I.V., Krestyaninov, M.A., Safonova, L.P.
Journal: Journal of Molecular Liquids
Year: 2023

Dr. Abdul Baess Keyhani, Stoichiometry, Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Abdul Baess Keyhani, Stoichiometry, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Huazhong Agriculture University, China

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🎓 Education and Training

Abdul is currently pursuing a PhD in Landscape Architecture at Huazhong Agriculture University, Wuhan, China (01/09/2021 – Present). His research focuses on ecological planning, landscape architecture, and environmental management with the goal of designing sustainable urban and rural landscapes that address environmental challenges.He completed an MSc in Agriculture/Forestry Science at Huazhong Agriculture University, Wuhan, China (01/09/2017 – 26/07/2020). His Master’s research concentrated on forest ecology and forest management in the context of East Asia’s forestry sector, exploring innovative methods to restore degraded forest ecosystems.

Abdul earned a BSc in Agriculture/Forestry and Natural Resources from Herat University, Herat, Afghanistan (01/09/2010 – 30/07/2013), where he developed a solid foundation in natural resource management, focusing on sustainable practices in forestry and agriculture for arid regions.He also completed an intensive Chinese Language Studies program at Huazhong Agriculture University, Wuhan, China (01/09/2016 – 31/08/2017), which enabled him to communicate effectively in academic and professional settings in China.

👨‍🔬 Work Experience

Abdul is currently a Visiting Researcher at Lakehead University, Thunder Bay, Canada (27/07/2024 – Present). His research focuses on forest ecology and environmental planning, particularly developing strategies for sustainable forest management and restoring natural ecosystems.From 01/01/2022 to 25/07/2024, Abdul served as a Woodlands Planning Forester (Part-Time) at Huazhong Agriculture University, Wuhan, China. In this role, he was responsible for planning woodlands management with an emphasis on ecological restoration and sustainable forestry practices. He effectively used GIS tools and forest ecology principles to optimize land use in forested areas.

Abdul also worked as the Head of Forest & Natural Resources Department at the Agriculture Faculty, Badghis University, Badghis, Afghanistan (01/11/2020 – 17/12/2022). He led the department in managing natural resources and forest ecosystems, spearheading initiatives aimed at the conservation and sustainable development of rangeland and farmland in challenging environments.Additionally, he served as a Lecturer at Badghis University during the same period, teaching courses on forestry science, natural resources management, and environmental policy. Abdul was committed to promoting sustainable agriculture and fostering environmental stewardship among students.

🌍 International Conference Participation

Abdul participated in the 65th International Student Conference in Tokyo, Japan (19/08/2019 – 03/09/2019), where he presented his research on forest sustainability and engaged in discussions on global environmental challenges.

🏅 Scholarships and Awards

Abdul was awarded the prestigious Chinese Government Scholarship for both his MSc (2017 – 2020) and PhD (2021 – 2024) studies, recognizing his academic excellence. He was also a recipient of the Mitacs Globalink Scholarship (2024 – Present), supporting his ongoing research in environmental management and ecological planning in Canada.

🌍 Interests and Research Areas

Abdul’s interests lie in Ecological Planning and Design, Ecological Restoration, Forest Ecology, Forest Management, Environmental Policy and Management, Sustainable Farmland, Rangeland Management, Greenhouse Management, and Environmental Waste Management.

💻 Digital Skills

Abdul is proficient in GIS tools such as ARC-GIS and QGIS, using spatial data for land use optimization and forest management. He is also skilled in lab software like Origin Professional, ChemDraw Professional 16.0, ACD, and MestReNova for data analysis in environmental research. Additionally, he has experience in NGS data analysis tools for ecological research and demonstrates strong leadership and organizational skills, fostering team management and promoting critical thinking and self-motivation.

Publications Top Noted📄

Effect of mineral fertilizers on microorganisms community characteristic during leaf litter decomposition under Pinus massoniana in a subtropical forest

Authors: Keyhani, A.B., He, W., Teng, M., Wei, P., Wang, P.
Journal: Applied Soil Ecology
Year: 2024

Vegetation−fire feedbacks increase subtropical wildfire risk in scrubland and reduce it in forests

Authors: Wei, P., Lamont, B., He, T., Xiao, W., Yan, Z.
Journal: Journal of Environmental Management
Year: 2024

Impact of Fertilizers Application on Leaf Litter Decomposition and Nutrient Cycling in White Poplar (Populus alba L.) Forest Ecosystem

Authors: Fayaz, M., Keyhani, A.B., Bakhshyar, D., Islam, M.Z., Yang, G.
Journal: Forest Science and Technology
Year: 2024

 Border row effects on the distribution of root and soil resources in maize–soybean strip intercropping systems

Authors: Shen, L., Wang, X., Liu, T., Li, L., Zhang, W.
Journal: Soil and Tillage Research
Year: 2023

Leaf litter lignin degradation in response to understory vegetation removal in a Masson pine plantation

Authors: He, W., Keyhani, A.B., Ma, Z., Wang, B., Wang, P.
Journal: Land Degradation and Development
Year: 2021

Assoc Prof Dr. Shuli Liu, Environmental Analytical Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. Shuli Liu, North China University of Water Resources and Electric Power, China

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🎓 Education & Research Experience

Shuli Liu holds a PhD in Municipal Engineering from Harbin Institute of Technology. Her thesis focuses on the anabolism of valuable organic materials from food processing wastewater treatment using photosynthetic bacteria. She has served as an Associate Professor at the North China University of Water Resources and Electric Power in the School of Environmental and Municipal Engineering since December 2021. Prior to this, she was a Lecturer at the same institution from August 2016 to November 2021. Liu began her academic journey as a PhD student from July 2012 to July 2016, followed by a Postgraduate degree in Environmental Microbiology from September 2010 to June 2012, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Bioscience from September 2006 to June 2010.

🔬 Research Programs in Charge

Assoc Prof Dr. Liu leads several innovative research programs focused on resource utilization in wastewater treatment. She is involved in the Key Research and Promotion Special Project of Henan Province (2020-2022) and the High-end Foreign Expert Introduction Program by the Ministry of Science and Technology of China (2022-2023). Additionally, her current projects include enhancing Material Synthesis and Membrane Pollution Control (2023-2024), as well as studying the anabolism and recycling of valuable organic materials from wastewater (2018-2020).

🏆 Awards & Grants

In recognition of her academic achievements, Liu received the National Award for Distinguished Doctorates from Harbin Institute of Technology in 2015.

🛠️ Skills

Liu possesses extensive skills in wastewater treatment using photosynthetic bacteria, along with proficiency in nitrogen and phosphorus removal from domestic sewage and the treatment of activated sludge for resource utilization.

Publications Top Noted📚 

Performance, mechanism regulation and resource recycling of bacteria-algae symbiosis system for wastewater treatment: A review

Authors: Liu, S., Kong, Z., Guo, H., Zhang, P., Song, G.

Journal: Environmental Pollution

Year: 2024

The resistance mechanism of humic acids and proteins in soluble microbial products from activated sludge against silver nanoparticles

Authors: Kang, J., Wang, Y.-H., Zhang, Y.-W., Song, G.-F., Wang, B.-H.

Journal: Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering

Year: 2024

Magnetic iron-based waterworks sludge modified by chitosan and FeS for aqueous Cr(vi) adsorption and reduction

Authors: Tie, J., Li, W., Duan, X., Liu, S., Zhao, W.

Journal: RSC Advances

Year: 2024

Effects of nitrogen and carbon source addition on biomass and protein production by Rhodopseudomonas via the RSM-CCD approach

Authors: Liu, S., Zhang, Y., Zhao, C., Zhang, P., Song, G.

Journal: Desalination and Water Treatment

Year: 2024

Recent progress and prospects for chain elongation of transforming biomass waste into medium-chain fatty acids

Authors: Liu, Y., Chen, L., Duan, Y., Liu, S., Li, G.

Journal: Chemosphere

Year: 2024

Dr. Ajay Singh, Chemical Reactions, Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Ajay Singh, Chemical Reactions, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Technology, Hyderabad,  India

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🎓 Education

  • Ph.D. in Chemistry, D.D.U. Gorakhpur University, 2012
  • M.Sc. in Chemistry, D.D.U. Gorakhpur University, 2006
  • B.Sc., D.D.U. Gorakhpur University, 2004

🏆 Awards and Honors

  • DST-SRA Fellowship, 2022
  • Excellent grade in DST-ECR project
  • Award of Honor, Distinguished Speaker at Flow Chemistry India (2017, 2018)
  • Early Career Research Award, 2017
  • Best Paper Award, BK21 PLUS, Korea, 2015
  • ITMO University Post-Doctoral Fellowship, Russia, 2015
  • Excellent Paper Presentation Award, Korean Society of Industrial and Engineering Chemistry, 2014
  • Cover gallery features in Green Chem (2014, 16, 2890) and ChemSusChem (2014, 7, 1766)

🔬 Research and Contributions

  • Projects:
  • Led multiple government-funded and industrial projects including those with Hindustan Petroleum and Chemical Limited, CSIR, and others.
  • Product Commercialization:
  • Successfully commercialized products like Microseparator, Electro-organic synthesis microreactor, and others, with several products ready for commercialization.
  • Publications:
  • Author of numerous research papers in prestigious journals like Chemistry – An Asian Journal, Reaction Chemistry and Engineering, Green Chemistry, and more.

Notable Publication📝

  • Paper Title: Diazomethane mediated sealing of carboxylic moieties in MOFs: Opening doors for increased hydrophobicity
    • Authors: R. Banerjee, P. S. Mukherjee
    • Journal: Chemical Communications
    • Volume: 57
    • Issue: 3
    • Pages: 341-344
    • Year: 2021
  • Paper Title: Elements-Continuous-Flow Platform for Coupling Reactions and Anti-viral Daclatasvir API Synthesis
    • Authors: S. Kumar, T. K. Mandal
    • Journal: Organic Process Research & Development
    • Volume: 25
    • Issue: 5
    • Pages: 814-820
    • Year: 2021
  • Paper Title: A solar tracker integrated microreactor for real-time sunlight induced ketene formation and API synthesis
    • Authors: A. Sharma, V. Singh
    • Journal: Solar Energy
    • Volume: 218
    • Pages: 10-18
    • Year: 2021
  • Paper Title: Micro-photo-flow reactor system for fused N-heteroaryl scaffold synthesis and late-stage functionalization of pyrazolopyridines
    • Authors: M. Patel, R. Desai
    • Journal: Organic Letters
    • Volume: 23
    • Issue: 5
    • Pages: 1476-1480
    • Year: 2021
  • Paper Title: Sulphonated graphene oxide catalyzed continuous flow synthesis of pyrazolo pyrimidinones, sildenafil and other PDE-5 inhibitors
    • Authors: K. Gupta, S. Das
    • Journal: Journal of Flow Chemistry
    • Volume: 11
    • Issue: 3
    • Pages: 781-789
    • Year: 2021

Mr. John Chol Deng Gak, Advanced Solid State Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

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Mr. John Chol Deng Gak, Advanced Solid State Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Mr. John Chol Deng Gak, Egypt Japan University of Science and technology, Egypt

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Summary🧬

  • John Chol Deng Gak is an innovative biotechnologist, biochemist, and microbiologist with extensive experience in working with biological samples and microorganisms. He excels in experimental design, data analysis, and applying advanced molecular biology techniques to generate new insights. John is committed to maintaining high standards in lab operations and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. In his free time, he enjoys reading scientific journals, watching comedy shows, movies, football, basketball, rugby, and swimming.

Education 🎓

  • M.Sc. in Biotechnology (Research)
    • Egypt Japan University of Science and Technology (E-JUST), New Borg, Al-arab city
    • March 2022 – August 2024
    • Focus: Environmental pollution control, bioremediation, antimicrobial resistance, advanced microbiological and molecular biology techniques.
  • B.Sc. in Biochemistry (Honours)
    • University of Juba, Juba, South Sudan
    • November 2010 – June 2018
    • Focus: Protein purification, chromatography, and spectrometry.

Professional Experience 💼

  • Teaching Assistant
    • Dr. John Garang Memorial University of Science and Technology, Bor, South Sudan
    • October 2019 – Present
    • Duties: Monitoring student behavior, assisting students with special needs, developing student-led projects, and creating interactive learning experiences.
  • Clinical Laboratory Technologist
    • University Medical Centre, Juba, South Sudan
    • August 2018 – August 2019
    • Duties: Performing lab tests, quality control, training junior technicians, and collaborating with clinical experts.
  • Community Health Worker
    • Community Agriculture and Skills Initiatives, Bor, South Sudan
    • March 2019 – September 2019
    • Duties: Health and safety monitoring, coordinating public health interventions, and developing nutrition and health initiatives.

Research Interests 🔬

  • Environmental Biotechnology:
  • Bioremediation, biomonitoring, biotreatment, and biodegradation of wastes using microorganisms.
  • Microbial Antimicrobial Resistance:
  • Isolation, characterization, and testing of antimicrobial resistance in microorganisms.
  • Advanced Molecular Techniques:
  • DNA/RNA extraction, cloning, sequencing, metagenomics, PCR, and gel electrophoresis.

Skills 🛠️

  • Skills: Leadership, teamwork, computer skills, data analysis, PCR techniques, gel electrophoresis, chromatography, spectrometry, Western blotting, ELISA, flow cytometry, DNA/RNA extraction, sequencing.

Awards 🏆

  • Governance and Sustainable Development Impact, February 2023
  • Professional Intensive Program on Water Treatment and Desalination, July 2022
  • African Climate Ambassadors, May 2022
  • Africa for Sustainable Development Fellowship, October 2023
  • Scientific and Forensics Investigations, December 2023
  • Disaster Resilience and Community Health, Hiroshima University, March 2024
  • Introduction to International Cooperation, Hiroshima University, February 2024
  • The Paris Agreement, Sustainable Development, and the Law, University of Cambridge, April 2024

Notable Publication📝

Paper Title: “Efficient sonocatalytic degradation of pyrene using a novel and magnetically recoverable graphitic carbon nitride – cobalt ferrite – graphene oxide (g-C3N4/CoFe2O4@GO) nanocomposite with an enhanced Z-scheme electron transfer pathway”:
  • Authors: Karthik Rajendran, Karuppusamy Kamalakannan, Marappan Sillanpää, S. P. Senthil Kumar
  • Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal
  • Volume: 390
  • Issue: 124530
  • Pages: 1-14