Prof Dr. Md. Ershad Halim | Organic Synthesis | Best Researcher Award 

Prof Dr. Md. Ershad Halim | Organic Synthesis | Best Researcher Award 

Prof Dr. Md. Ershad Halim |  Depart of Chemistry, Dhaka University, Bangladesh

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🎓 Academic Profile

Dr. MD. Ershad Halim completed his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Organic Synthesis & Supramolecular Chemistry from Kyushu University, Japan, in March 2015. His extensive research during this time focused on the synthesis of bromo- and ethynyl-substituted pyromellitic diimide-based macrocycles and their absorption spectra, electrochemical properties, and inclusion capabilities. Before pursuing his Ph.D., he obtained his Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree in Organic Chemistry from Dhaka University, securing 1st Class, 5th position in the Organic section in 1996 (held in 1998). He also earned his Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Chemistry from Dhaka University in 1995 (held in 1997), graduating with 1st Class, 4th position.

Dr. Halim’s academic journey began earlier with his Higher Secondary Certificate (H.S.C.), where he secured 1st Division, ranking 16th position in the Jessore Board in 1992. He completed his Secondary School Certificate (S.S.C.) in 1989 from Barisal Zilla School, with 1st Division and ranked 20th in the Jessore Board.

🧪 Research Focus

Dr. Halim’s M.Sc. thesis focused on the reactions of diarrylidene-acetones with acyclic active methylene compounds, contributing to advancements in organic synthesis. His Ph.D. thesis further delved into the synthesis of bromo- and ethynyl-substituted pyromellitic diimide-based macrocycles, exploring their structural properties as molecular tubes and investigating their absorption spectra, electrochemical behavior, and inclusion properties. His research in supramolecular chemistry continues to play a significant role in expanding knowledge in the field.

🧑‍🏫 Job Experience

Dr. Halim is currently serving as a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Dhaka University since February 25, 2020. Prior to this, he held positions as an Associate Professor from June 18, 2015, to February 24, 2020, and as an Assistant Professor from June 25, 2007, to June 17, 2015. He also worked as a Lecturer from May 5, 2005, to June 25, 2007. In addition to his teaching roles, he served as a Student Advisor from September 1, 2015, to July 1, 2019, providing guidance and mentorship to students.

Before his tenure at Dhaka University, Dr. Halim contributed his expertise to various organizations. He worked as a Scientific Officer at the Institute of Glass & Ceramic Research & Testing (IGCRT) under the Bangladesh Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (BCSIR) from July 6, 2002, to May 4, 2005. He also served as a Quality Assurance Officer at Renata Pharmaceuticals Limited in 2002 and worked as a Research Assistant in the Organic Synthesis Research Laboratory at Dhaka University from October 12, 1999, to April 14, 2002. His international experience includes a position as a Visiting Researcher at Kyushu University, Japan, from November 5, 2007, to March 31, 2008.

🏆 Professional Memberships

Dr. Halim is a Life Member of the Bangladesh Chemical Society (LM-1153) and the Bangladesh Ceramic Society, contributing to the development of the chemical community in Bangladesh. He was also a Former Member of the Japan Chemical Society, further extending his professional network and collaborations internationally. Dr. Halim’s journey reflects a deep commitment to organic chemistry and supramolecular chemistry, not only as a professor and researcher but also as an active contributor to scientific societies and a mentor for aspiring scientists.

Publications Top Noted📄

Assessment of green biocomposites based on polyvinyl alcohol and grafted biopolymer tamarind kernel powder with polyacrylic acid

Authors: Rahman, M.M., Sultana, S., Islam, Z., Halim, M.E., Ali Shaikh, M.A.

Journal: Results in Materials

Year: 2024

Antimicrobial, structure-activity relationship and computational studies of some synthesized chalcone derivatives

Authors: Badal, M.M.R., Islam, M.T., Parvin, R., Yousuf, M.A., Halim, M.E.

Journal: Asian Journal of Chemistry

Year: 2021

A study on the synthesis, characterization, structural optimization, and conformational behaviors of bromo-substituted pyromelliticdiimide-based [2+2] macrocycle as structural units of covalently linked molecular tubes

Authors: Halim, M.E., Bandyopadhyay, A., Hossain, M.E., Shinmyozu, T.

Journal: Journal of Molecular Structure

Year: 2020

Inorganic-organic based novel nano-conjugate material for effective cobalt(II) ions capturing from wastewater

Authors: Awual, M.R., Alharthi, N.H., Hasan, M.M., Rahman, M.M., Khaleque, M.A.

Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal

Year: 2017

Ligand field effect for Dysprosium(III) and Lutetium(III) adsorption and EXAFS coordination with novel composite nanomaterials

Authors: Awual, M.R., Alharthi, N.H., Okamoto, Y., Khaleque, M.A., Sheikh, M.C.

Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal

Year: 2017

Assoc Prof Dr. Hani Nasser Abdelhamid | Organic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Hani Nasser Abdelhamid | Organic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Hani Nasser Abdelhamid | Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University (IMSIU) | Saudi Arabia

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🎓Education and Academic Background 

Dr. Hani Nasser Abdelhamid has an impressive academic background that spans multiple prestigious institutions across the globe. He earned his PhD in Materials and Environmental Chemistry from Stockholm University, Sweden (2013-2017), where he focused on lanthanide metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and hierarchical porous zeolitic imidazolate frameworks (ZIFs) for their synthesis, properties, and applications. Prior to this, Dr. Abdelhamid completed his M.Sc. in Nanomedicine from National Sun-Yat Sen University, Taiwan (ROC), and a Diploma in Physical Organic Chemistry from Assiut University, Egypt. He graduated with a B.Sc. in Chemistry from Assiut University, Egypt, with a strong academic record.

📚Academic Positions and Leadership Roles 

Dr. Abdelhamid has held several prominent academic and research positions. He currently serves as an Assistant Professor at the Department of ChemistryCollege of ScienceImam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University (IMSIU) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. His previous roles include Associate Professor at Assiut UniversityDirector of the Central Lab at the Egyptian Russian University, and Assistant Professor at The British University in Egypt. He also established and currently leads the Nano-biomedical Diagnostic Laboratory at Assiut University (2019), which focuses on advancing nano-biotechnology and biomedical diagnostics.

🔬Research Focus and Contributions 

Dr. Abdelhamid’s research spans nanotechnologymaterial chemistrymetal-organic frameworks (MOFs)zeolitic imidazolate frameworks (ZIFs)energy storagebiomedicine, and environmental science. His innovative work on nanotechnology and MOFs has opened up new avenues in drug deliverycatalysis, and environmental sustainability. He has co-authored over 173 peer-reviewed articles28 book chapters, and holds 5 patents. His work is highly regarded globally, with a Google Scholar citation count of over 11,426 (October 2024) and an H-index of 66. His research interests also extend to biotechnology, where his pioneering studies have contributed to new diagnostic tools and treatments in the field of nano-biomedicine.

🏅Professional Achievements and Recognition 

Dr. Abdelhamid has received several prestigious awards recognizing his contributions to science. Notably, he was ranked #1 in Egypt among the World’s Rising Stars of Science in 2023 and was listed in the Top 2% of Scientists Globally by Stanford University in 2021, 2022, and 2023. He has also received the Obada International Prize for Young Distinguished Researchers and the Mohamed Farid Khamis Research Excellence Award in 2022. Furthermore, he has been awarded the State Encouragement Award by the Egyptian government in 2020 for his outstanding research contributions.

🏆Awards and Honors 

Dr. Abdelhamid’s excellence in research has been consistently acknowledged with numerous awards and honors. Some of the notable recognitions include:

2024: The 1st level of Startups Olympics from the Innovators Support Fund, Ministry of Higher Education, Egypt.

2023: Ranked #1 in Egypt among the World’s Rising Stars of Science and #3 in Egypt among the Best Scientists.

2022Mohamed Farid Khamis Research Excellence Award, The British University in Egypt.

2021-2023: Listed in Stanford University’s Top 2% of Scientists.

2020State Encouragement Award, Egypt, for significant contributions to science and technology.

2019Top Peer Reviewer, Web of Science (Publons).

These accolades demonstrate his leadership in the scientific community and his commitment to advancing nanotechnologymaterial science, and biomedicine.

🔬🤝Research Laboratory and Collaborative Initiatives 

As the Director of the Nano-biomedical Diagnostic Laboratory at Assiut University, Dr. Abdelhamid leads collaborative research initiatives focused on the synthesis and application of advanced materials for biomedical and environmental applications. His work in nanomedicine and nanobiotechnology has the potential to revolutionize the fields of biomedical diagnosticsdrug delivery systems, and biocatalysis. In addition to his laboratory leadership, he has spearheaded several interdisciplinary research projects and has contributed to the internationalization of research at his university.

Publications Top Noted 📖

Boosting photocatalytic water splitting of TiO2 using metal (Ru, Co, or Ni) co-catalysts for hydrogen generation

Authors: Thabet, S.M., Abdelhamid, H.N., Ibrahim, S.A., El-Bery, H.M.
Journal: Scientific Reports
Year: 2024

Metal-organic frameworks (UiO66-NH2)/PEDOT-derived ZrO2/N, S-doped carbon for supercapacitors

Authors: Sharmoukh, W., Hassan, Z.M., Mohamed, S.G., Abdelhamid, H.N.
Journal: Journal of Energy Storage
Year: 2024

Holistic and localized preparation methods for triboelectric sensors: principles, applications and perspectives

Authors: Gao, Z., Wu, S., Wei, Y., Sun, X., Wen, Z.
Journal: International Journal of Extreme Manufacturing
Year: 2024

Nanocellulose-Based Materials for Water Pollutant Removal: A Review

Authors: Abdelhamid, H.N.
Journal: International Journal of Molecular Sciences
Year: 2024

Cerium-based metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) as a sustainable approach to mitigating environmental stress-induced intestinal ulcers in earthworms

Authors: Abd El-Aziz, F.E.-Z.A., Abdelhamid, H.N.
Journal: Applied Organometallic Chemistry
Year: 2024                                                                                                                   

Prof. Ivo Jose Curcino Vieira, Organic Chemistry, Outstanding Scientist Award

Prof. Ivo Jose Curcino Vieira, Organic Chemistry, Outstanding Scientist Award

Professor at Universidade Estadual Do Norte Fluminense Darcy Ribeiro, Brazil

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🌟Summary

Dr. Ivo José Curcino Vieira (born May 13, 1965, Araguari, Brazil) is a highly regarded full professor at the Darcy Ribeiro State University of Northern Fluminense (UENF), known for his expertise in Natural Products Chemistry. He has significantly contributed to academia through his research, teaching, and leadership roles. His research focuses on natural product chemistry, with multiple scientific publications and journal reviews.

🎓 Education

Doctorate in Chemistry (1995) – Federal University of São Carlos (UFSCAR), Brazil

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry (1990) – Federal University of Uberlândia (UFU), Brazil

👨‍🏫 Professional Experience

Full Professor (2007 – Present) – UENF

Coordinator of Postgraduate Program in Natural Sciences (2009-2011)

Head of the Natural Products Chemistry Sector

Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Organic Chemistry, Biorganic Chemistry, and Natural Products

Research and Development (1995 – Present) – UENF

Leading research in Natural Product Chemistry and mentoring graduate students.

🔬 Research Interests

Chemistry of Natural Products: Isolation, purification, and identification of organic substances from natural sources.

Organic Chemistry: Advanced techniques for understanding organic compounds and their biological interactions.

📝 Journal Reviewer

Molecules

Natural Product Research

Journal of the Brazilian Chemical Society

Química Nova

Publications Top Noted

Electrical conductivity of nutrient solutions affects the growth, nutrient levels, and content and composition of essential oils of Acmella oleracea (L.) R. K. Jansen from southeastern Brazil

Authors: Carmo, A.P.M.D.; Freitas, M.S.M.; Machado, L.C.; Vieira, I.J.C.; de Carvalho, A.J.C.

Journal: Journal of Agriculture and Food Research

Year: 2024

Orthoporus fuscipes (PORAT, 1888) (Juliformia; Spirostreptidae): population structure and defensive secretion chemical analysis

Authors: Romão, J.A.; Dias, Ê.R.; Nolasco, M.; Braz-Filho, R.; Branco, A.

Journal: Anais da Academia Brasileira de Ciencias

Year: 2024

Effects of phosphorus and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi on the quality of chili pepper fruits

Authors: Pereira, J.A.P.; Vieira, I.J.C.; Freitas, M.S.M.; Mendonça, L.V.P.; Gonçalves, Y.D.S.

Journal: Journal of Plant Nutrition

Year: 2024

A new cyclodipeptide from Tetragonisca angustula honey active against Neospora caninum and in silico study

Authors: de Oliveira Lima, Â.C.; Nolasco, M.; Freitas, L.D.S.; Braz Filho, R.; Branco, A.

Journal: Natural Product Research

Year: 2024

Ferulic acid as major antioxidant phenolic compound of the Tetragonisca angustula honey collected in Vera Cruz-Itaparica Island, Bahia, Brazil

Authors: Lima, Â.C.O.; Dias, E.R.; Reis, I.M.A.; Braz Filho, R.; Branco, A.

Journal: Brazilian Journal of Biology

Year: 2024

Myeloperoxidase Inhibition and In Silico Evaluation of Phenolics from Vellozia dasypus

Authors: de Almeida, V.M.; Dias, Ê.R.; de Souza, B.C.; Queiroz, R.F.; Branco, A.

Journal: Revista Brasileira de Farmacognosia

Year: 2023