Mr. Asifur Rahman | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Asifur Rahman | Uttara University | Bangladesh

Asifur Rahman is a Lecturer in Chemistry at Uttara University, Bangladesh, with an MSc and BSc in Organic Chemistry and Chemistry from Khulna University. His research focuses on composite nanomaterials, electrochemistry, and environmental remediation. Rahman has a proven track record of significant contributions to the field, particularly in nanomaterials synthesis for photocatalysis and dye degradation.

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🎓Academic and Professional Background

Asifur Rahman holds an MSc and BSc in Organic Chemistry and Chemistry from Khulna University. His academic journey has been deeply rooted in composite nanomaterials, electrochemistry, and environmental remediation. He is currently a Lecturer in Chemistry at Uttara University, where he continues to contribute to both teaching and research. During his internship at Training Institute for Chemical Industries (TICI), he honed his analytical skills by working with advanced instruments like HPLC, GC, and ICP-OES. For his exceptional research, he was awarded the prestigious NST Fellowship.

🧪 Areas of Research

Asifur Rahman specializes in Nanomaterials Synthesis, Photocatalysis, Environmental Remediation, Catalysis, and Electrochemistry. His research is dedicated to developing sustainable solutions for addressing energy challenges and pollutant remediation, contributing significantly to the advancement of nanomaterials synthesis and environmental chemistry.

🔬 Research Contributions

Asifur has made notable contributions to the field of chemistry. His research on manganese-doped copper ferrite nanoparticles, published in Results in Chemistry (2024), emphasizes the creation of nanomaterials for photocatalytic dye degradation, offering innovative and eco-friendly approaches to waste management. In addition, he co-authored a health risk assessment study on iodine exposure in Bangladesh, which was published in Biological Trace Element Research (2022), addressing critical public health issues. Currently, he is working on a review paper that explores synthesis routes and the catalytic applications of reduced graphene oxide (rGO), with the goal of fostering the development of eco-friendly catalytic materials.

🏅 Key Achievements

Asifur has received the NST Fellowship in recognition of his outstanding research contributions. His practical expertise was further enhanced during an internship at TICI, where he gained hands-on experience with advanced analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, and ICP-OES. Additionally, his impactful studies have been published in prestigious journals, including Results in Chemistry and Biological Trace Element Research.

Publications Top Noted📚

Reduced Graphene Oxide – CeO2 Nanocomposites for Photocatalytic Dye Degradation

Authors: Asifur Rahman, Jannatul Naime, Ahsan Habib, S.M. Imran Ali, Md. Mahiuddin, Kaykobad Md Rezaul Karim

Journal: Materials Chemistry and Physics

Year: 2024

Manganese doped copper ferrite nanoparticles: A promising approach for organic dye elimination under light irradiation

Authors: Md. Mosabberul Haque, Asifur Rahman, Md. Shafiul Islam Shahin, Md. Ahsan Habib, Md. Abu Rayhan Khan, Md. Mahiuddin, Minhaj Uddin Monir, Kaykobad Md. Rezaul Karim

Journal: Results in Chemistry

Year: 2024

Probabilistic Health Risk Assessment of Iodine Exposure in Bangladesh

Authors: P.K. Dhar, Shishir Kumar Dey, Asifur Rahman, Md Abu Sayed, Mosummath Hosna Ara

Journal: Biological Trace Element Research

Year: 2023

Dr. Amira Boseila, Materials Science, Women Researcher Award

Doctorate at Sinai University, Egypt

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🎓Educational Background

Dr. Amira Abdel Halim Hamada Boseila has a rich academic background in pharmaceutical sciences. She earned her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Pharmaceutical Sciences from the Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University in February 2020. Her PhD thesis focused on “Utility of nanocarriers for targeted delivery of an antiviral drug to the liver.” Prior to that, she obtained her Master’s in Pharmaceutical Sciences from the same institution in December 2013, with her thesis titled “Formulation and Evaluation of Modified Nasal Drug Delivery System of an Antiemetic Drug: Ondansetron.” Additionally, Dr. Boseila completed a Total Quality Management Diploma (TQM) from the American University of Cairo in 2009, further strengthening her expertise in quality control management. She began her academic journey with a Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences from Cairo University in May 2007, graduating with a “very good” grade. Her early education was at La Rose De Lisieux Language School, Dokkie, where she specialized in science.

🔬Research Interests

Dr. Boseila’s research interests span across several cutting-edge areas within pharmaceutical sciences. Her focus includes nanomedicine, drug targeting, modified release dosage forms, novel drug delivery systems, and quality by design. These interests guide her contributions to the field, particularly in exploring innovative approaches to drug formulation and delivery.

💼Career History and Professional Experience

Dr. Boseila is currently a Full-time Lecturer of Pharmaceutical Sciences at the Faculty of Pharmacy, Sinai University, where she has been since September 2022. In this role, she teaches various PharmD courses such as “Advanced Drug Delivery Systems,” “Design of Dosage Forms,” and several key subjects in pharmaceutics and pharmaceutical technology. Before this full-time position, she was a Part-time Lecturer at Sinai University, delivering lectures on Industrial Pharmacy and Hospital Pharmacy from February to June 2022.

In parallel, Dr. Boseila has served as a Post-doctoral Researcher at the Department of Pharmaceutics, Egyptian Drug Authority in Giza, Egypt, since July 2020. She has also been an Associate Researcher of Pharmaceutics and Lead Quality Control Specialist at the National Organization for Drug Control and Research (NODCAR) between January 2018 and March 2020. In her professional roles, Dr. Boseila has held key management positions, including Head of the Comparative Dissolution Unit at the Egyptian Drug Authority and Technical Manager of the Physicochemical Lab.

Additionally, she has contributed as a Guest Lecturer for the “Drug Targeting” course at the Applied Biotechnology Department, Faculty of Science, Ain Shams University, a position she has held since October 2020.

🧪Projects and Research Contributions

Dr. Boseila has actively participated in several significant research projects. In June 2023, she led a project titled “Repurposing of Anti-inflammatory Active for the Treatment of Inflammatory Pulmonary Diseases,” funded by the University of Hail. This project, with a 12-month duration, focuses on innovative treatments for pulmonary conditions. Another notable project she spearheaded was the development of a “Nano Phyto-throat spray,” aimed at providing an effective post-exposure prophylaxis and treatment strategy for COVID-19. This project, funded by the Misr El Kheir Foundation, ran from October 2021 for 12 months.

Publications Top Noted📚

Throat Spray Formulated with Virucidal Pharmaceutical Excipients

Authors: Boseila, A.A., Ghareeb, A.Z., AbdElwahab, M.G., Yassa, N.W., Ghareeb, D.A.

Journal: European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics

Year: 2024

Antidepressant and Cardioprotective Effects of Self-Nanoemulsifying Self-Nanosuspension Loaded with Hypericum perforatum on Post-Myocardial Infarction Depression in Rats

Authors: Khalil, H.M.A., Mahmoud, D.B., El-Shiekh, R.A., Naggar, R.A., Eliwa, H.A.

Journal: AAPS PharmSciTech

Year: 2022

Recent Advances in Adsorptive Nanocomposite Membranes for Heavy Metals Ion Removal from Contaminated Water: A Comprehensive Review

Authors: Damiri, F., Andra, S., Kommineni, N., Berrada, M., Cavalu, S.

Journal: Materials

Year: 2022

Iron Oxide Nanoparticles-Plant Insignia Synthesis with Favorable Biomedical Activities and Less Toxicity, in the “Era of the-Green”: A Systematic Review

Authors: Hamdy, N.M., Boseila, A.A., Ramadan, A., Basalious, E.B.

Journal: Pharmaceutics

Year: 2022

In Silico and in Vitro Studies for Benzimidazole Anthelmintics Repurposing as VEGFR-2 Antagonists: Novel Mebendazole-Loaded Mixed Micelles with Enhanced Dissolution and Anticancer Activity

Authors: Elmaaty, A.A., Darwish, K.M., Chrouda, A., Mustafa, M., Al-Karmalawy, A.A.

Journal: ACS Omega

Year: 2022

Superiority of DEAE-Dx-Stabilized Cationic Bile-Based Vesicles over Conventional Vesicles for Enhanced Hepatic Delivery of Daclatasvir

Authors: Boseila, A.A., Rashed, H.M., Sakr, T.M., Abdel-Reheem, A.Y., Basalious, E.B.

Journal: Molecular Pharmaceutics

Year: 2019