Simbarashe Sithole | Natural Products Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Simbarashe Sithole | Natural Products Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Marondera University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology, Zimbabwe

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🎓 Academic & Professional Background

Mr. Simbarashe Sithole has conducted extensive research on the isolation and characterization of bioactive compounds from medicinal plants indigenous to Zimbabwe. He has published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals and has presented his findings at national and international conferences. He holds a Master’s degree in Chemistry and is currently pursuing a PhD in Natural Products Chemistry, focusing on natural compound discovery and pharmacological applications.

🧬 Professional Memberships

Mr. Sithole is a dedicated member of Natural Products Research for Eastern and Central Africa – Zimbabwe (NAPRECA–Zim), a network that fosters regional collaboration and development in the field of natural products research.

🧪 Research Contributions

His key contributions include the isolation, purification, and structural elucidation of natural compounds from Dolichos kilimandscharicus. He has also engaged in bioactivity screening and pharmacological evaluation of these compounds for potential antibacterial and anticancer applications. Mr. Sithole actively explores medicinal plants for the discovery of novel bioactive molecules with pharmaceutical relevance. Additionally, he advocates for sustainable sourcing and eco-friendly extraction methods to minimize the environmental impact of natural products research.

Notable Publications📝

📝Determination of the Cytotoxic Effect of Different Leaf Extracts from Parinari curatellifolia (Chrysobalanaceae)

Authors: Anesu Kundishora, Simbarashe Sithole, Stanley Mukanganyama

Journal: Journal of Toxicology

Year: 2020

📝In vitro toxicity determination of antifungal constituents from Combretum zeyheri

Authors: Santana Mapfunde, Simbarashe Sithole, Stanley Mukanganyama

Journal: BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine

Year: 2016

📝An Evaluation of the Antibacterial Properties of Tormentic Acid Congener and Extracts From Callistemon viminalis on Selected ESKAPE Pathogens and Effects on …

Authors: Tafadzwa Chipenzi, Genuine Baloyi, Tatenda Mudondo, Simbarashe Sithole, Godloves Fru Chi, Stanley Mukanganyama

Journal: Advances in Pharmacological and Pharmaceutical Sciences

Year: 2020

📝The Effects of Combining Cancer Drugs with Compounds Isolated from Combretum zeyheri Sond. and Combretum platypetalum Welw. ex M.A. Lawson …

Authors: Morris Wende, Simbarashe Sithole, Godloves Fru Chi, Marc Y Stevens, Stanley Mukanganyama

Journal: BioMed Research International

Year: 2021

📝Evaluation of the Antimicrobial Effect of the Extracts of the Pods of Piliostigma thonningii (Schumach.) Milne‐Redh. (Fabaceae)

Authors: Memory Makosa, Simbarashe Sithole, Stanley Mukanganyama

Journal: Advances in Pharmacological and Pharmaceutical Sciences

Year: 2021

📝Phytochemical Fingerprinting and Activity of Extracts from the Leaves of Dolichos kilimandscharicus (Fabaceae) on Jurkat‐T Cells

Authors: Simbarashe Sithole, Paul Mushonga, Llewellyn NR Nhamo, Godloves Fru Chi, Stanley Mukanganyama

Journal: BioMed Research International

Year: 2020

Ms. Rui Huang | Organic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Rui Huang | Organic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Rui Huang | Hainan University, China

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🎓Academic and Professional Background

Rui Huang, an Associate Professor at Hainan University, has a strong academic foundation in Organic Chemistry. Rui began their academic journey in Changchun at Jilin University, where they earned a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry. Pursuing further excellence, Rui completed a Doctorate in Organic Chemistry at the State Key Laboratory of Supramolecular Structure and Materials, graduating in July 2021. Rui's research focuses on Organic Luminescent Functional Materials, with particular emphasis on disclosing the structure-property relationship, constructing efficient organic solid emitters, and developing luminescent flexible supramolecular crystals.

🔬 Areas of Research

Rui Huang specializes in the field of Organic Luminescent Functional Materials, contributing significantly to three main areas. Firstly, Rui works on disclosing the structure-property relationship to enhance material design and functionality. Secondly, they focus on constructing efficient organic solid emitters, driving advancements in innovative luminescent technologies. Lastly, Rui is dedicated to developing luminescent flexible supramolecular crystals, expanding the possibilities of flexible and highly luminescent materials. Rui's contributions have had a profound impact on the field, advancing both the understanding and application of organic luminescent materials.

Publications Top Noted📝

Flexible Luminescent Organic Bulk Crystal: 2D Elasticity toward 3D Optical Waveguide

Authors: Huang, R.; Tang, B.; Ye, K.; Wang, C.; Zhang, H.

Journal: Advanced Optical Materials

Year: 2019

Elastic Self-Doping Organic Single Crystals Exhibiting Flexible Optical Waveguide and Amplified Spontaneous Emission

Authors: Huang, R.; Wang, C.; Wang, Y.; Zhang, H.

Journal: Advanced Materials

Year: 2018

Constructing Full-Color Highly Emissive Organic Solids Based on an X-Shaped Tetrasubstituted Benzene Skeleton

Authors: Huang, R.; Liu, B.; Wang, C.; Wang, Y.; Zhang, H.

Journal: Journal of Physical Chemistry C

Year: 2018