Assist. Prof. Dr. Rajesh Kumar | Nanochemistry | Nanochemistry Research Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Rajesh Kumar | Nanochemistry | Nanochemistry Research Award

Dr. Rajesh Kumar is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Government Degree College, Chaubattakhal, Pauri Garhwal, Uttarakhand, India. With a strong academic and research background in nanochemistry, he has made notable contributions in the areas of environmental chemistry, photocatalysis, and biofuels. He has earned various awards for his presentations and research work at national and international platforms. Dr. Kumar is actively engaged in scientific research and educational development, contributing as an editorial board member and reviewer for multiple journals. His work emphasizes innovation in chemical science for sustainable environmental solutions.

Government Degree College Chaubattakhal Pauri Garhwal Uttarakhand | India

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Academic Background

Dr. Rajesh Kumar is currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Govt. Degree College, Chaubattakhal-246162, Pauri Garhwal, Uttarakhand, India. His academic journey began with excellence, securing a First Division in both S.S.C. (2006) and H.S.C. (2008) under the Uttarakhand Board, Ramnagar, with a focus on Science and Chemistry. He pursued B.Sc. (2011) in Chemistry, Botany, and Zoology from Kumaun University, Nainital, followed by a M.Sc. (2013) with specialization in Organic Chemistry from the same university. His strong foundation led him to qualify U-SET (2017) in Chemical Sciences, CSIR-NET (2019), and GATE (2020) in Chemistry. He completed his Ph.D. (2021) in Chemistry (Nanochemistry) from Kumaun University, Nainital, focusing on cutting-edge research in the nanosciences.

Awards, Honors & Fellowships

Dr. Kumar has been the recipient of numerous prestigious awards that reflect his dedication to scientific excellence. He earned the Best Oral Presentation Award (2024) at the 1st International Conference on Current Environmental Technologies for Sustainable Development (ICCETSD2024), and again at a Transdisciplinary International Conference (2024) hosted by IISSS & DNC, Nagpur. Additionally, he was recognized with the Best Paper Presentation Award (2024) at the ICET-STEM-HASD-2024 Conference, Haldwani. His research prominence was earlier acknowledged with the Young Scientist Award (2022 & 2019) at conferences held in Almora and Nainital, respectively. Notably, his Best Abstract Award (2017) at the ISSWM Conference by LPU, Punjab, marked the beginning of his award-winning journey. He has also been honored with the JRF & SRF Fellowship under RGNF-UGC, New Delhi, and delivered an invited lecture on Digital Technology in e-Learning at a workshop sponsored by USERC, Govt. of Uttarakhand.

Research Interests

Dr. Kumar’s research work is deeply rooted in the environmental and nanosciences. His core focus lies in mixed oxide-based nanoparticles as effective adsorbents and photocatalysts for water remediation. He actively explores the biological activities of nanoparticles, particularly in the realm of natural products and biofuels. His multidisciplinary research approach contributes to sustainable chemistry and green technology.

Professional Memberships

A committed academician and researcher, Dr. Kumar holds lifetime memberships in reputed associations including the Indian Science Congress Association (ISCA) (Membership No: L37868) and its Haridwar Chapter (Membership No: 0544). He is also affiliated with the Teaching and Education Research Association (TERA) (Membership No: TERA-M19912) and the Scientific and Technical Research Association (STRA) (Membership No: STRA-M19360), emphasizing his active engagement in scholarly networks.

Notable Publications

Adsorptive removal of Remazol Brilliant Blue R dye from its aqueous solution by activated charcoal of Thuja orientalis leaves: an eco-friendly approach
Authors: Mahesh Chandra Arya, Pawan Singh Bafila, Deeksha Mishra, Kanchan Negi, Rajesh Kumar, Arun Bughani
Journal: SN Applied Sciences
Year: 2020

Enhanced UV and visible light—driven photocatalytic degradation of tartrazine by nickel-doped cerium oxide nanoparticles
Authors: Shah Raj Ali, Rajesh Kumar, Sharanappa K Kadabinakatti, Mahesh Chandra Arya
Journal: Materials Research Express
Year: 2018

Effect of Strontium Doping on the Band Gap of Nanoparticles Synthesized Using Facile Co-precipitation
Authors: Shah Raj Ali, Rajesh Kumar, Abul Kalam, Abdullah G Al-Sehemi, Mahesh Chandra Arya
Journal: Arabian Journal for Science and Engineering
Year: 2019

Enhanced photocatalytic activity of manganese-doped cerium oxide nanoparticles under visible and UV irradiation
Authors: S.R. Ali, Rajesh Kumar, Mahesh Chandra Arya
Journal: Asian Journal of Chemistry
Year: 2018

Study of efficacy of Clerodendron inerme Gaertn. leaf extract against Pieris brassicae (Linnaeus)
Authors: Rajesh Kumar, Mahesh Chandra Arya, S.K. Kadabinakatti
Journal: Nature and Science (Nat Sci)
Year: 2014

Conclusion

Dr. Rajesh Kumar has built a distinguished career centered on education, research, and scientific advancement. Through his commitment to chemistry and sustainable technologies, he continues to contribute valuable insights into nanotechnology, environmental remediation, and renewable energy. His participation in professional associations and editorial responsibilities highlight his active engagement in the academic and scientific communities. By integrating his research with teaching and mentorship, Dr. Kumar is playing a vital role in shaping future scientists and addressing real-world challenges. His work exemplifies the application of innovative chemistry for societal benefit and sustainable development.

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

Dr. Sara Cerra – Nanochemistry – Best Researcher Award

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Sapienza University of Rome Italy

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🎓 Academic Background

Dr. Sara Cerra earned her Ph.D. in Chemical Sciences in 2022 from Sapienza University of Rome. Currently, she is a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Department of Chemistry, Sapienza University of Rome (Italy), where she continues her groundbreaking research in nanomaterials synthesis and characterization.

🔬 Research Focus & Expertise

Dr. Cerra’s research is dedicated to the synthesis and characterization of noble metal nanoparticles, metal oxide nanoparticles, polymeric nanoparticles, and nanohybrids. She specializes in their surface functionalization using both hydrophilic and hydrophobic ligands, enabling structure-property correlation studies and improving their physicochemical properties. Her research has applications in optoelectronics, sensing, nanomedicine, and biotechnology. During her Ph.D. and postdoctoral work, she pioneered the surface functionalization of colloidal nanoparticles, revealing critical insights into their surface properties. One of her major achievements includes the synthesis of nanoparticles with mixed functionalization, enhancing their colloidal stability. Additionally, she explored the design of bifunctional organic and organometallic ligands, leading to the creation of covalent nanoparticle networks with unique optoelectronic properties.

🏆 Recognitions & Awards

Dr. Cerra has been recognized for her outstanding contributions to nanomaterials research. In 2022, she received the prestigious “FareRicerca” award. Furthermore, her paper, “Hydrophilic Gold Nanoparticles as Anti-PD-L1 Antibody Carriers: Synthesis and Interface Properties,” was honored with the “Top Cited Article 2021-2022” recognition by the journal Part. Part. Syst. Charact..

🏛 Professional Memberships

Dr. Cerra is an active member of the Inorganic Chemistry Division of the Italian Chemical Society (SCI) since 2019. Through her membership, she continues to engage with the scientific community, contributing to advancements in nanoscience and material chemistry.

🚀 Impact & Future Contributions

Dr. Sara Cerra’s innovative research in nanoparticles and nanohybrids is paving the way for new materials with advanced applications in healthcare, electronics, and sustainable technologies. Her contributions to nanomedicine, optoelectronics, and sensing technologies highlight her role as a pioneer in the field of functional nanomaterials.

Notable Publications📖

📖Ag-Decorated Titania Nanoparticles for Antibacterial Applications
  • Authors: Martina Mercurio, Farid Hajareh Haghighi, Francesca Ubaldi, Sara Cerra, Maria Luisa Astolfi, Roberto Matassa, Chiara Battocchio, Martina Marsotto, Cinzia De Angelis, Sara Della Monaca et al.

  • Journal: ACS Applied Nano Materials

  • Year: 2024
📖Biochar/Biopolymer Composites for Potential In Situ Groundwater Remediation
  • Authors: Marco Petrangeli Papini, Sara Cerra, Damiano Feriaud, Ida Pettiti, Laura Lorini, Ilaria Fratoddi

  • Journal: Materials

  • Year: 2024
📖Micro and Nanostructured Carbon-Phenolic Ablators Modified by PVP Addition
  • Authors: Laura Paglia, Rita Bottacchiari, Flavio Cognigni, Sara Cerra, Virgilio Genova, Marco Rossi, Ilaria Fratoddi, Francesco Marra, Giovanni Pulci

  • Journal: Materials & Design

  • Year: 2024
📖Biochar/Biopolymer Composites for In-Situ Groundwater Remediation
  • Authors: Marco Petrangeli Papini, Sara Cerra, Damiano Feriaud, Ida Pettiti, Laura Lorini, Ilaria Fratoddi

  • Journal: Preprint

  • Year: 2024
📖Nanoscale Solutions: The Transformative Applications of Functionalized Nanomaterials in Environmental Remediation
  • Authors: Sara Cerra, Ilaria Fratoddi

  • Journal: Applied Nano

  • Year: 2024

 

Prof. Dalia Attia, Nanochemistry, Nano pharmaceutical, Best Researcher Award

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Professor at The British university in Egypt, Egypt

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👩‍🏫📚Academic Leadership and Teaching 

As Professor and Head of the Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology at the British University in Egypt (BUE) since September 2015, I have led the teaching and supervision of courses such as Dosage Forms Formulation, Pharmacokinetics, and Biopharmaceutics. My role includes enhancing research activities in the fields of pharmaceutical nanotechnology and drug delivery systems.

🏆💡Educational Background and Research Innovations 

I hold a PhD in Pharmaceutics from Al-Azhar University, where my thesis addressed controlled release delivery systems. I have contributed to the field through patent applications for innovative pharmaceutical formulations, demonstrating my commitment to advancing pharmaceutical sciences.

🎓🔬Research Supervision and Student Mentorship 

I have supervised over 10 Master’s and PhD theses and guide 5th-year students on their graduation projects. As an external examiner, I uphold academic integrity by evaluating Master’s and PhD defenses. I also mentor academic staff and oversee their performance reviews.

📋✅Administrative Responsibilities and Communication 

In my administrative capacity, I communicate the University’s strategic goals and policy developments to the Department. I ensure the preparation of class and examination schedules and disseminate information from Faculty Council meetings, fostering a cohesive academic environment.

🌍✈️Previous Academic Roles and Contributions 

My experience includes roles as Associate Professor and Acting HoD in various institutions, where I taught subjects such as Physical Pharmacy and Hospital Pharmacy. During my time as an Honorary Lecturer at Manchester University, I focused on the molecular design of biomaterials for biomedical applications.

✍️📖Editorial Roles and Community Engagement 

I serve on the Editorial Boards of several reputable journals, including the Madridge Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and the Global Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, contributing to research enrichment and knowledge exchange in the scientific community.

Publications Top Noted📚

Rosemary and neem: an insight into their combined anti-dandruff and anti-hair loss efficacy

Authors: Hashem, M.M., Attia, D., Hashem, Y.A., Adel, F., Salama, M.M.
Journal: Scientific Reports
Year: 2024

Resolving acne with optimized adapalene microspongeal gel, in vivo and clinical evaluations

Authors: Yehia, R.M., Teaima, M.H., Ragaie, M.H., Attia, D.A., El-Nabarawi, M.A.
Journal: Scientific Reports
Year: 2024

From beverage to anticancer agent: The repurposing of green coffee bean extract loaded in solid lipid nanoparticles

Authors: Moussa, Y.A., Teaima, M.H., Elmazar, M.M., Attia, D.A., El-Nabarawi, M.A.
Journal: Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology
Year: 2024

Glucospanlastics: innovative antioxidant and anticancer ascorbyl-2-glucoside vesicles for striking topical performance of repurposed itraconazole

Authors: Lamie, C., Elmowafy, E., Attia, D., Mortada, N.D.
Journal: RSC Advances
Year: 2024

Chewing gum containing repaglinide solid dispersion using mesoporous silica nanoparticles for management of diabetes mellitus: In-vitro evaluation and clinical appraisal

Authors: Badawi, N.M., Amer, R.I., Attia, D.A., Fayez, A.M., Dawoud, M.H.S.
Journal: Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology
Year: 2024

Microsponges-mediated targeted topical delivery of rosemary oil for hair growth promotion: optimization and in-vivo studies

Authors: Yehia, R.M., Lamie, C., Attia, D.A.
Journal: Pharmaceutical Development and Technology
Year: 2024