Dr. Chathura Abeywickrama – Spectroscopy – Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Chathura Abeywickrama – Spectroscopy – Best Researcher Award

University of Connecticut, United States

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🎓 Education & Training

Dr. Chathura Abeywickrama has an extensive academic background in chemistry and structural biology. He began his educational journey at the University of Colombo, Sri Lanka, where he earned his B.Sc. in Chemistry in January 2013. Following this, he pursued advanced studies at The University of Akron, Ohio, obtaining an M.S. in Chemistry in December 2016 and later a Ph.D. in Chemistry in December 2018. To further his expertise, he worked as a Senior Researcher in Chemical Biology and Structural Biology at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Memphis, TN, completing his tenure in August 2023.

👨‍🏫 Academic & Professional Appointments

Dr. Abeywickrama is currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT (2023 – Present). His role involves cutting-edge research, mentoring students, and contributing to advancements in pharmaceutical sciences.

🏆 Honors & Recognition

Dr. Abeywickrama has been recognized for his exceptional research contributions. In 2018, he was awarded the Dr. Henry and Jean Stevens Graduate Fellowship in Chemistry at The University of Akron, OH, for being the most outstanding graduate student researcher. This prestigious fellowship highlights his dedication to scientific excellence and impactful research in the field of chemistry.

🔬 Professional Memberships

Since 2015, Dr. Abeywickrama has been an active Member of the American Chemical Society (ACS), demonstrating his commitment to the scientific community and ongoing advancements in chemistry. With his expertise in chemical and structural biology, Dr. Abeywickrama continues to contribute significantly to pharmaceutical sciences and cutting-edge research innovations.

Notable Publicationsđź“ť

đź“ťA Large-Stokes Shift Styryl Pyridinium Derivative with a Stable Green-Light Emission for Imaging Mitochondria in Live Cells

Authors: C.S. Abeywickrama, K.M. Arachchige, K.J. Wijesinghe, R.V. Stahelin, Y. Pang

Journal: New Journal of Chemistry

Year: 2025

📝 Exploring Imaging Applications of a Red-Emitting π-Acceptor (π-A) Pyrene-Benzothiazolium Dye

Authors: C.S. Abeywickrama, E. Huang, W. Yan, T. Mani, K.J. Wijesinghe

Journal: Biosensors

Year: 2024

đź“ťUnveiling Solvation Dynamics of Excited and Ground States via Ultrafast Pump-Dump-Probe Spectroscopy

Authors: Y. Guo, M. Feng, Z. Kuang, Y. Pang, A. Xia

Journal: Journal of Physical Chemistry B

Year: 2023

 

Prof. Vadim Galakhov, Spectroscopy, Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Vadim Galakhov, Spectroscopy, Best Researcher Award

Professor at M. N. Mikheev Institute of Metal Physics – Ural Branch of Russian Academy of Sciences, Russia

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📜Summary 

Prof. Vadim Rostislavovich Galakhov is a prominent Russian physicist specializing in X-ray spectroscopy, solid-state physics, and electronic structure of materials. With a career spanning over five decades, he has made significant contributions to the fields of oxides, superconductors, and nanomaterials. Galakhov has published 160 papers, delivered around 60 conference talks, and holds an impressive h-index of 22.

🎓Education 

Ural State University (Sverdlovsk, Russia), Physics (1969-1974)

Ph.D. in Physical and Mathematical Sciences, Institute of Metal Physics (1986)

Doctor of Physical and Mathematical Sciences (Dr. habil.), 2002

đź’ĽProfessional Experience

Engineer, X-ray Laboratory, Bashkir State University (1974-1977)

Engineer, X-ray Spectroscopy Laboratory, Institute of Metal Physics (1977-1979)

Junior Researcher to Senior Researcher, Institute of Metal Physics (1979-2002)

Leading Researcher (Professor), Institute of Metal Physics (2002-2008)

Professor, Ural State Mining University (2003-present)

Professor, Ural State University (2008-2011)

Chief Researcher (Professor), M. N. Mikheev Institute of Metal Physics (2008-present)

Research Interests 🔬

X-ray Emission, Absorption, and Photoelectron Spectroscopy

Solid-State Physics

Electronic Structure of Oxides, Superconductors, and Nanomaterials

Publications Top Notedđź“š

Evolution of copper ions in nanostructured Cu2O according to X-ray absorption spectroscopy data

Authors: Galakhov, V.R., Gizhevskii, B.A., Naumov, S.V.

Journal: Journal of Physics and Chemistry of Solids

Year: 2024

Spin States of Cobalt Ions and a Metal–Semiconductor Transition in Layered Cobaltites PrBaCo2O5 + δ (δ = 0.52, 0.74)

Authors: Solin, N.I., Naumov, S.V., Korolev, A.V., Galakhov, V.R.

Journal: Journal of Experimental and Theoretical Physics

Year: 2023

Spin States of Cobalt Ions in the Bulk and on the Surface of LaCoO3 Probed by X-ray Absorption, Emission, and Photoelectron Spectra

Authors: Galakhov, V.R., Udintseva, M.S., Smirnov, D.A., Makarova, A.A., Kuepper, K.

Journal: JETP Letters

Year: 2023

Erratum to: Several Articles in JETP Letters Published Online First

Authors: Ivanov, Y.B., Soldatov, A.A., Pakhomov, A.V., Sargsyan, K.A., Sedrakian, K.V.

Journal: JETP Letters

Year: 2022

X-Ray Absorption Co L Spectra for the Determination of the Charge and Spin States of Cobalt Ions in LnBaCo2O5 + δ Cobaltites (Ln = Eu, Gd, Tb)

Authors: Galakhov, V.R., Udintseva, M.S., Naumov, S.V., Shamin, S.N., Gizhevskii, B.A.

Journal: JETP Letters

Year: 2022

Electronic States of Cobalt Ions in EuBaCo2O5 + δ Layered Cobaltites

Authors: Udintseva, M.S., Efremov, A.V., Smirnov, D., Shamin, S.N., Galakhov, V.R.

Journal: JETP Letters

Year: 2021

Dr. Hrang Hming Thanga, Spectroscopy, Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Hrang Hming Thanga, Spectroscopy, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Mizoram University, India

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🌟Summary

Dr. Hrang Hming Thanga is an accomplished Associate Professor in the Department of Physics at Mizoram University, recognized for his contributions to molecular spectroscopy and research innovation. With a robust academic background and significant achievements, he has played a crucial role in advancing research facilities and developing cutting-edge technologies.

🎓Education

B.Sc

M.Sc. (Physics)

NET (JRF)

Ph.D.

👨‍🏫Professional Experience

Associate Professor, Department of Physics, Mizoram University

Developed Mizoram University Incubation Centre, including facilities such as Agriculture Research Lab, Energy Lab, Mechanical Engineering Workshop, and Fab. Lab.

Supervised three Ph.D. research scholars.

🔬Research Interests

Molecular Spectroscopy

Raman Spectroscopy for Porphyrin and Cytochrome-c studies.

Brown’s gas (HHO) applications for CO reduction in vehicle engines.

Construction of RF ion source for neutron element analysis.

Petroleum fuel quality analysis and detection of adulteration using various advanced methods.

Publicationsđź“š

Analysis of gasoline quality by ATR-FTIR spectroscopy with multivariate techniques

Authors: Biaktluanga, L., Lalhruaitluanga, J., Lalramnghaka, J., Thanga, H.H.

Journal: Results in Chemistry

Year: 2024

Detection and estimation of adulterated gasoline fuel in India using FTIR-ATR spectroscopy with chemometric methods

Authors: Lalbiaktluanga, Lalramnghaka, J., Lalremruata, B., Lalrempuia, R., Thanga, H.H.

Journal: Infrared Physics and Technology

Year: 2024

Development and characterization of radio frequency ion source

Authors: Lawitlang, S., Thanga, H.H., Lalthanthuama, T., Zonunsanga, R., Lalremruata, B.

Journal: Indian Journal of Physics

Year: 2024

Evaluation of gasoline fuel quality using FTIR spectroscopy and multivariate technique: a case study in Aizawl city

Authors: Lalramnghaka, J., Thanga, H.H., Biaktluanga, L.

Journal: Petroleum Science and Technology

Year: 2023

A tool for calculation of 7Li(p,n)7Be neutron source spectra below the three-body break-up reaction threshold

Authors: Pachuau, R., Lalremruata, B., Otuka, N., Punte, L.R.M., Thanga, H.H.

Journal: EPJ Web of Conferences

Year: 2017