Rajwinder Kaur | Medicinal Chemistry | Outstanding Educator Award

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Dr. Rajwinder Kaur | Medicinal Chemistry | Outstanding Educator Award

Chitkara University | India

Dr. Rajwinder Kaur is a distinguished pharmaceutical chemist, academic leader, and researcher with over 16 years of experience in teaching, research, and academic administration. Currently serving as Assistant Dean (PharmD Program) and Professor, she has made significant contributions to pharmaceutical chemistry, drug design, and therapeutic innovation. Her research focuses on computer-aided drug design (CADD), the discovery of novel chemical entities as adenosine receptor ligands, and the development of therapeutic agents for asthma, inflammation, Alzheimer’s disease, depression, and neuroprotection. She has also advanced the scientific understanding of natural products by identifying phytoconstituents with antidepressant, neuroprotective, anti-inflammatory, and antifungal potential. As Principal Investigator, she successfully completed a prestigious DST Women Scientist (WOS-A) project on thiophene derivatives. Dr. Kaur’s scholarly contributions include impactful publications in high-ranking international journals such as Chemistry Africa, Frontiers in Pharmacology, Journal of Biomolecular Structure and Dynamics, Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceuticals, Polymers, CNS Medicinal Chemistry, and more. Her work spans synthetic chemistry, molecular modeling, nanocarrier-based drug delivery systems, biomarker discovery, and MAO-A inhibitor development. She has authored multiple books with NOVA Science Publishers, highlighting her multidisciplinary expertise. With a strong innovation portfolio, she holds several patents related to thiophene derivatives, novel drug-delivery devices, chemical catalyzers, and therapeutic compounds. Her excellence has been recognized through numerous honors, including the Best Faculty Award, Young Scientist Awards, Gold Medals, and several national accolades. She is also an active member of globally recognized professional bodies such as the ACS, HKCBEES, and APTI. Through her impactful research, innovation, mentoring, and leadership, Dr. Rajwinder Kaur continues to shape the future of pharmaceutical sciences and stands as an exemplary researcher and educator.

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Featured Publications

1. Choudhary, D., Kaur, R., Rani, N., Kumar, B., Singh, T. G., Chandrasekaran, B., Rawat, R., & Eyupoglu, V. (2025). Insights into in silico analysis to explore the multitarget antidepressant role of Camellia sinensis. Journal of Biomolecular Structure and Dynamics, 1–13.

2. Rani, A., Kaur, R., Aldahish, A., Vasudevan, R., Balaji, P., Dora, C. P., Chandrasekaran, B., Singh, T. G., & Sharma, R. (2025). Nanostructured lipid carriers (NLC)-based topical formulation of hesperidin for effective treatment of psoriasis. Pharmaceutics, 17(4), 478.

3. Choudhary, D., Kumar, B., Chandrasekaran, B., Singh, T. G., Kaur, R., Aldahish, A., Vasudevan, R., & Balaji, P. (2025). Microwave-assisted synthesis of morpholine-based chalcones as reversible MAO-A inhibitors in the management of mental depression. Pharmaceuticals, 18(3), 309.

4. Singh, J. K., Kaur, S., Chandrasekaran, B., Kaur, G., Saini, B., Kaur, R., Silakari, P., Kaur, N., & Bassi, P. (2024). A QbD-navigated approach to the development and evaluation of etodolac–phospholipid complex containing polymeric films for improved anti-inflammatory effect. Polymers, 16(17), 2517.

5. Singh, R., Rani, N., Kaur, R., Chahal, G., Kumar, P., & Kaur, G. (2024). Exploring the therapeutic potential of alkaloids in Alzheimer’s disease management. Central Nervous System Agents in Medicinal Chemistry, 24(2), 206–218.

Hardik Varu | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Hardik Varu | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Subhash University | India

Dr. Hardik L. Varu is a dedicated researcher in analytical and pharmaceutical chemistry, recognized for his impactful contributions to method development, validation, and the analytical study of bioactive compounds. His research spans modern spectroscopic, chromatographic, and green analytical approaches, with a strong focus on pharmaceuticals, impurity profiling, and chemosensor development. Dr. Varu has published 13 high-quality research papers with one more accepted in reputable international journals, frequently serving as first or corresponding author. His work includes innovative UV-Vis, kinetic, derivative, and HPTLC-based methods, alongside studies on drug degradation behavior, demonstrating both scientific rigor and real-world applicability. His interdisciplinary collaborations have also led to contributions in synthetic chemistry, biological evaluation, and in-silico modeling of therapeutically relevant compounds. A notable strength of Dr. Varu’s research profile is his robust innovation record, evidenced by two awarded patents, two published patents, a WIPO-filed PCT application, and another patent-ready invention. These patents span pharmaceutical impurity characterization, chemosensor technologies, and laboratory devices, reflecting his ability to translate research into practical solutions. He maintains active international collaborations with esteemed researchers from Egypt, Syria, and Saudi Arabia, further expanding the global impact of his work. In addition to his research, Dr. Varu contributes to the scientific community as a reviewer for multiple Springer Nature and Web of Science–indexed journals. His expertise in analytical instrumentation, software tools, and regulatory-oriented teaching areas further strengthens his academic profile. With excellence in research productivity, innovation, and global collaboration, Dr. Varu stands out as a promising and influential young researcher, making him a strong contender for prestigious research awards.

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Featured Publications

1. Varu, H. L., Kapuriya, N. P., Bapodra, A. H., & Ambasana, M. A. (2025).
Separation, identification and theoretical ADME studies of Emtricitabine degradation adducts. Journal of the Indian Chemical Society.

2. Varu, H. L., Parmar, H. N., Vadhel, H. D., & Ambasana, M. A. (2025, July 25).
A comprehensive review of analytical methodologies for Memantine hydrochloride. Journal of Analytical Chemistry.

3. Varu, H. L., Bapodra, A. H., & Ambasana, M. A. (2024).
First order derivative spectroscopic evaluation of carfilzomib in parenteral preparation. Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences.

4. Vachhani, D., Parekh, J. H., Patra, S., Varu, H. L., Soni, M., & Jebaliya, H. J. (2024).
Green analytical method development and validation studies of Viloxazine hydrochloride in pure and commercial products using UV–Vis spectroscopy. Journal of Applied Spectroscopy.

5. Varu, H. L., Kapuriya, N. P., Bhalodia, J. J., Bapodra, A. H., & Ambasana, M. A. (2024).
Kinetic spectrophotometric determination of Memantine hydrochloride based on the formation of its dinitrochlorobenzene adduct. Journal of Analytical Chemistry.

Hee-Tae Jung | Materials Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Hee-Tae Jung | Materials Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology | South Korea

Professor Hee-Tae Jung is a leading global scientist in chemical and biomolecular engineering whose research centers on developing advanced functional nanomaterials and nanostructures to address critical climate-related and environmental challenges. As Chair Professor at KAIST and Director of multiple international research centers including the Saudi Aramco-KAIST CO₂ Management Center and the KAIST-UCB-VNU Global Climate Change Research Center, he leads multidisciplinary teams focused on creating transformative technologies for greenhouse gas mitigation, sustainable energy production, and high-performance sensor systems. His research group, OOEM, pioneers both top-down and bottom-up nanofabrication approaches, introducing innovations such as secondary sputtering, soft-lithography, supramolecular self-assembly, and advanced nano-patterning. These techniques enable precise control of material architectures to achieve unprecedented performance in catalytic, sensing, and energy-conversion applications. A central aim of his work is to bridge fundamental nanoscience with industrial-scale practical devices, accelerating translation of high-impact research into real-world environmental solutions. Professor Jung’s contributions span CO₂ reduction systems, bifunctional water-splitting catalysts, MXene-based gas sensors with ultrahigh signal-to-noise ratios, deep-learning-assisted chemical sensing, high-density nanoparticle generation via carbothermal shock, and large-area supramolecular alignment. His research has been published in top-tier journals including Nature Electronics, Science Advances, Advanced Materials, Nature Nanotechnology, and ACS Nano. With an exemplary record of leadership serving as President of the Korean Environmental Science Society and Associate Editor for several international journals and numerous prestigious awards, Professor Jung is recognized as one of the most influential scientists in nanomaterials, CO₂ management, and climate-centric engineering innovation. His work continues to shape the future of sustainable materials and technologies.

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Featured Publications

  • Continuous biochemical profiling of the gastrointestinal tract using a multiparametric smart capsule. (2025). Nature Electronics, 8, 844.

  • Continuous flow-reactor with superior production rate and stability for CO₂ reduction using semiconductor photocatalysts. (2023). Energy & Environmental Science, 16, 2689.

  • Exploring optimal water splitting bifunctional alloy catalyst by Pareto active learning. (2023). Advanced Materials, 35, 2211497.

  • Atomic-scale homogeneous Ru–Cu alloy nanoparticles for highly efficient electrocatalytic nitrogen reduction. (2022). Advanced Materials, 34, 22055270.

  • Generation of high-density nanoparticles in the carbothermal shock method. (2021). Science Advances, 7, eabk2984.

 

Tun Naw Sut | Surface Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Tun Naw Sut | Surface Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Sungkyunkwan University | South Korea

Dr. Sut Tun Naw is an accomplished interdisciplinary researcher whose work advances the frontiers of nanotechnology, biomimetic materials, and lipid-based membrane engineering for biomedical and diagnostic applications. With a dual Ph.D. in Nanomedicine from Nanyang Technological University and Chemical Engineering from Sungkyunkwan University, he brings a uniquely integrated perspective to studying molecular interactions at biointerfaces. His research focuses on lipid self-assembly, supported lipid bilayers, membrane biophysics, plasmonic biosensing, antimicrobial nanostructures, and virus–membrane interactions. Dr. Sut’s contributions have significantly deepened scientific understanding of how lipid organization, membrane curvature, cholesterol content, and multivalency govern nanoscale membrane behavior. Using advanced biophysical tools including QCM-D, nanoplasmonic sensing, and engineered membrane platforms he has elucidated mechanisms underlying vesicle deformation, antimicrobial lipid synergy, protein adsorption, and virus-mimicking membrane disruption. His innovative work includes designing lipid bicelle nanostructures for antibacterial applications, developing solvent-free fabrication of antimicrobial lipid nanoparticles, and engineering hybrid supported lipid bilayers for biosensing and antiviral technologies. He has also contributed to translational research through the development of next-generation plasmonic sensor platforms for virus detection, lipid-based coatings for diagnostic assays, and membrane-mimetic structures for therapeutic delivery. With over 50 peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals such as ACS Nano, Advanced Healthcare Materials, Langmuir, Chemical Engineering Journal, and Applied Materials Today, Dr. Sut has established himself as a leading young scientist in membrane engineering and nanobiotechnology. His roles as Guest Editor and Topic Editor further reflect his influence within the scientific community. Through creativity, rigorous experimentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration, Dr. Sut Tun Naw continues to pioneer breakthroughs with broad implications for diagnostics, virology, nanomedicine, and biomolecular engineering.

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Featured Publications

Sut, T. N., Yoon, B. K., & Jackman, J. A. (2025). Synergistic membrane disruption of E. coli tethered lipid bilayers by antimicrobial lipid mixtures. Biomimetics, 10, 739.

Lee, C. J., Jannah, F., Sut, T. N., Haris, M., & Jackman, J. A. (2025). Curvature-sensing peptides for virus and extracellular vesicle applications. ACS Nano, 19, 36845–36875.

Kim, D., Baek, H., Lim, S. Y., Lee, M. S., Lyu, S., Lee, J., Sut, T. N., Gonçalves, M., Kang, J. Y., Jackman, J. A., & Kim, J. W. (2025). Mechanobiologically engineered mimicry of extracellular vesicles for improved systemic biodistribution and anti-inflammatory treatment efficacy in rheumatoid arthritis. Advanced Healthcare Materials, 14, 2500795.

Molla, A., Sut, T. N., Yoon, B. K., & Jackman, J. A. (2025). Headgroup-driven binding selectivity of alkylphospholipids to anionic lipid bilayers. Colloids and Surfaces B: Biointerfaces, 255, 114964.

Ruano, M., Sut, T. N., Tan, S. W., Mullen, A. B., Kelemen, D., Ferro, V. A., & Jackman, J. A. (2025). Solvent-free microfluidic fabrication of antimicrobial lipid nanoparticles. ACS Applied Bio Materials, 8, 2194–2203.

 

Rosa M. Alonso | Analytical Chemistry | Editorial Board Member

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Prof. Rosa M. Alonso | Analytical Chemistry | Editorial Board Member

Professor | University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU) | Spain

Professor Rosa M. Alonso is an accomplished analytical chemist at the University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU), where she has served as a faculty member and has led the FARMARTEM research group. Under her leadership, FARMARTEM has been recognized as a consolidated research group by both UPV/EHU and the Basque Government, and forms part of the multidisciplinary Teaching and Research Unit (UFI 11/23) “New Technologies in Chemistry and Pharmacology Applied to Health.” Her research is dedicated to the development of advanced analytical methodologies across metabolomics, pharmaceutical analysis, environmental chemistry, and the conservation and dating of cultural heritage materials. Her group specializes in separation science, with particular emphasis on liquid and gas chromatography coupled to mass spectrometry, complemented by innovative sample preparation procedures tailored for complex matrices such as biological fluids, environmental samples, and historical documents. Professor Alonso has authored 190 scientific articles, more than half in top-quartile journals within analytical chemistry, and has delivered 190 conference presentations, including invited lectures. She has participated in 59 competitive research projects, leading 40 of them, alongside numerous industry collaborations and equipment acquisition initiatives. Professor Alonso also contributes extensively to the scientific community as a reviewer, member of the advisory boards of Current Chromatography and Separations, and evaluator for ANEP. Her excellence in teaching is evidenced by outstanding DOCENTIAZ evaluations and long-standing contributions to undergraduate, postgraduate, and international mobility programs.

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Featured Publications

Elejalde, E., Alonso, R. M., Villarán, M. C., Díez-Gutiérrez, L., Chávarri, M., & López-de-Armentia, I. (2025). Exploring the bioavailability of red grape skin extract polyphenols: A Caco-2 cell model study. Foods, 14(13), 2253.

de la Hera, O., & Alonso, R. M. (2025). Contribution of gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (GC–MS) to the volatile organic compound profile of Vespa velutina nigrithorax larvae. Chemosensors, 13(5), 175.

de la Hera, O., Quintanilla-Casas, B., Bro, R., Fañanas, R., & Alonso, R. M. (2024). Volatile organic compound profile for the search of rejection markers in protein baits used as Vespa velutina control method. Microchemical Journal, 207, 111685.

de la Hera, O., Izaguirre, A., Rivas, A., & Alonso, R. M. (2024). QuEChERS-based method for the determination of fipronil in protein baits and Vespa velutina larvae by HPLC-DAD and GC-MS. Separations, 11(11), 317.

Prashanth Manthramurthy | Nanotechnology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Prashanth Manthramurthy | Nanotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor | Little Flower Degree College | India

Dr. Prashanth Manthramurthy is an accomplished mathematician and researcher whose scholarly work centers on applied mathematics, fluid dynamics, and advanced numerical modeling. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Little Flower Degree College, Hyderabad. He has contributed significantly to both academic development and institutional excellence. His research expertise spans differential equations, fluid mechanics, cryptography, linear algebra, and real analysis, with a special focus on magnetohydrodynamics (MHD), nanofluid behavior, cross-diffusion phenomena, and nonlinear transport processes. Dr. Prashanth’s work integrates analytical methods with sophisticated numerical techniques most notably the Keller-Box method to model complex physical systems such as Casson nanofluids, mixed convection flows, and heat–mass transfer processes influenced by Soret–Dufour effects, thermophoresis, radiation, chemical reactions, and multiple slip boundary conditions. He has authored impactful peer-reviewed publications in reputed international journals, contributing valuable insights into MHD flows in porous media, non-Newtonian fluid dynamics, and boundary-layer theory. His innovations are further reflected in his patent titled “MHD and Heat Transfer in Non-Newtonian Fluids: Analytical and Numerical Investigations,” which highlights his commitment to advancing theoretical models with practical engineering relevance. Dr. Prashanth has earned notable recognition including the Thermodynamics Mastery Award, Best Researcher Award, and multiple honors for academic service, NSS leadership, and community engagement. Alongside his research contributions, he plays key institutional roles as IQAC Coordinator and NSS Programme Officer, contributing to academic quality, student development, and societal outreach. With over a decade of teaching experience and a steadily growing research portfolio, Dr. Prashanth continues to advance mathematical modeling and fluid dynamic studies with significant impact across applied mathematics and engineering disciplines.

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Featured Publications

Manthramurthy, P., & Vempati, S. R. (2025). Significance of multiple slips and thermal radiation on heat and mass transfer in MHD Casson nanofluid flow over an exponentially stretching porous sheet with non-uniform heat … Multiscale and Multidisciplinary Modeling, Experiments and Design, 8(3), 157.

Prashanth, M., & Srinivasa Rao, V. (2025). The effects of MHD slip flow on heat and mass transfer by radiation, chemical reaction, and suction/injection over a shrinking sheet in a porous medium using the Keller Box method. Heat Transfer, 54(4), 2499–2510.

Manthramurthy, P., & Vempati, S. R. (2024). Casson fluid flow over a stretched surface with exponential permeability: Soret, Dufour and chemical reaction effects on MHD heat transmission. Numerical Heat Transfer, Part B: Fundamentals, 1–21.

Prashanth Manthramurthy, S. R. (2024). Thermophoresis & Soret–Dufour on MHD mixed convection of a nanofluid with a porous medium over a stretching sheet with a non-uniform heat source/sink. International Journal of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics, 10.

Prashanth, M., & Rao, V. S. (2024). The impact of Soret, Dufour, and chemical reaction on MHD nanofluid over a stretching sheet. Partial Differential Equations in Applied Mathematics, 10, 100674.

 

Hyun-Jae Shin | Green Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hyun-Jae Shin | Green Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor | Chosun University | South Korea

Dr. Hyun-Jae Shin, an accomplished Associate Professor of Biochemical Engineering at Chosun University, stands as a leading figure in the field of biotechnology, biochemical engineering, and sustainable biomaterials research. As the President of the Korean Society of Mushroom Science, Dr. Shin has established himself as a pioneer in integrating fungal biotechnology, enzyme engineering, and natural product chemistry to create innovative and eco-friendly solutions for global sustainability challenges. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from KAIST, South Korea, and completed his postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Westminster, UK. Over his distinguished academic and research career, Dr. Shin has successfully completed 50 major research projects and continues to lead three ongoing initiatives focusing on bio-based materials and enzymatic biotransformation. With an impressive record of over 96 publications in high-impact SCI and SCIE journals, 13 published books, and 31 registered patents, his work has attracted more than 5,000 citations, reflecting its global influence. Dr. Shin’s research primarily revolves around the eco-friendly bioconversion of biomass, such as mushroom mycelium, plant polyphenols, and microbial enzymes, for the creation of sustainable materials like biodegradable fibers, bio-composites, and eco-leather. His groundbreaking innovations have redefined the role of green chemistry and fungal biotechnology in advancing the circular bioeconomy and reducing industrial carbon footprints. Through molecular breeding, enzymatic transformation, and process engineering, he has developed scalable methods that transform agricultural by-products into high-value materials, promoting waste minimization and renewable resource utilization. As Editor-in-Chief of the KSBB Journal and former Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Mushroom, Dr. Shin continues to shape academic discourse in biochemical engineering. His collaborations with institutions such as Kyoto University (Japan) and the Shandong Academy of Sciences (China) further strengthen his global research network. Dr. Shin’s interdisciplinary expertise and leadership have made a lasting impact on sustainable biotechnology, positioning him as a visionary in the pursuit of green innovation and circular manufacturing for a sustainable future.

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Featured Publications

Im, H.-S., Ryu, M.-S., Kim, B.-J., Eo, J.-K., Park, E., Tagawa, S., & Shin, H.-J. (2025). Eco-friendly masks with a blend of mushroom fiber and cotton. Biotechnology Design. bio-composites

Jeong, Y.-H., Im, H.-S., Park, C., Seo, J., Joo, Y., & Shin, H.-J. (2025, October). Large-scale batch (1 m²) production and mechanical assessment of mushroom mycelium mats. Korean Journal of Chemical Engineering.

Im, H.-S., Tagawa, S., Jeong, J.-S., & Shin, H.-J. (2025, March 5). Production of decolorized mushroom pulp for nonwoven cotton composite fibers. Fibers, 13(3), 30.

Shin, H.-J., Ro, H.-S., Kawauchi, M., & Honda, Y. (2025, January 10). Review on mushroom mycelium-based products and their production process: From upstream to downstream. Bioresources and Bioprocessing, 12(1), 8367.

Choi, M.-H., Yang, S.-H., Lee, Y.-J., Sohn, J.-H., Lee, K.-S., & Shin, H.-J. (2023). Anti-obesity effect of daidzein derived from Pachyrhizus erosus (L.) Urb. extract via PPAR pathway in MDI-induced 3T3-L1 cell line. Cosmetics, 10(6), 164.

T. Syeda Jeelani Basri | Industrial Chemistry | Women Researcher Award

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Dr. T. Syeda Jeelani Basri | Industrial Chemistry | Women Researcher Award

Associate Professor | G. Pullaiah College of Engineering & Technology | India

Dr. Syeda Jeelani Basri, M.Sc., Ph.D., is a highly accomplished chemist and academician with over 15 years of teaching and research experience in chemistry, nanoscience, and pharmaceutical sciences. She obtained her Ph.D. in Chemistry from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, India, focusing on the phytochemical and spectral analysis of medicinal herbs, under the guidance of Prof. G. V. Subba Reddy. Her research integrates organic, inorganic, material, and pharmaceutical chemistry, with a particular emphasis on green chemistry, nanotechnology, and natural product synthesis. Dr. Basri has made notable contributions in phytochemical extraction, characterization, and the synthesis of bioactive compounds using eco-friendly methodologies. Her scientific work is reflected in 21 research publications, including SCI, Scopus, IEEE, and UGC Care-listed journals, alongside two granted patents in green process chemistry and polyphenol enhancement in edible products. Her recent Scopus-indexed works highlight the green synthesis of gold nanoparticles, the development of CuMn₂O₄/MnO₂/MWCNT nanohybrids for supercapacitors, and AI-based pharmaceutical design demonstrating her interdisciplinary expertise bridging chemistry, artificial intelligence, and environmental applications. In addition, her IEEE publication on machine learning for friction and wear analysis underscores her engagement in computational materials science. Dr. Basri has authored three books, presented at international and national conferences, and has been actively involved in institutional leadership roles such as NAAC Criterion 3 In-charge, IQAC member, and R&D coordinator. A lifetime member of the Indian Society for Radiation and Photochemical Sciences, she also serves on the editorial board of the Glacier Journal of Scientific Research. Recognized with the prestigious Adarsh Vidya Saraswati Rashtriya Puraskar, Dr. Basri continues to advance sustainable innovations in green chemistry, phytopharmaceuticals, and nanomaterials, combining analytical precision with a passion for environmentally responsible scientific progress.

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Featured Publications

Basri, T. S. J. (2025). Facile green synthesis of gold nanoparticles using Catunaregam spinosa extract for environmental remediation and antimicrobial activity. Chemistry Select, 10, 1–14.

Basri, T. S. J. (2025, September 26). Synergistic CuMn₂O₄/MnO₂/MWCNT nanohybrid for ultra-stable and high-energy asymmetric supercapacitors. Journal of Porous Materials.

Basri, T. S. J. (2025). Artificial intelligence for drug discovery: Accelerating the development of new pharmaceuticals. Web of Conferences, 76, 01010.

Hua Zhang | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Hua Zhang | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Professor | Henan Normal University | China

Professor Zhang Hua is a distinguished scholar in the fields of functional dye molecular engineering, biosensing, and advanced fluorescence technologies. With a Ph.D. from Dalian University of Technology, she has established a strong scientific presence through innovative research that bridges chemistry, materials science, and biomedicine. As a recipient of the National Excellent Young Scientist Fund and a recognized Henan Province Expert, Professor Zhang leads a university-level scientific innovation team focused on developing high-performance fluorescent dyes and imaging tools for disease diagnosis and molecular detection. Her research has significantly advanced the design and functional tuning of organic dyes for two-photon fluorescence applications, enabling highly sensitive and specific detection of key biomolecules such as nucleic acids, enzymes, and proteins. These technologies have been successfully applied to single-cell analysis, high-resolution bioimaging, and early-stage diagnostics. Professor Zhang has also driven the development of dye-based technologies that support industrial product validation, exemplified by contributions that helped a commercial product meet stringent EU REACH certification standards. Her growing portfolio of nine granted Chinese invention patents and 78 SCI-indexed publications, supported by an H-index of 27 and more than 2,669 citations, reflects her significant scholarly influence. She has completed multiple projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and is actively engaged in ongoing national-level research. Her memberships in key professional committees highlight her leadership in China’s analytical chemistry and biosensing communities. Professor Zhang’s work continues to accelerate innovation at the chemistry–biology interface, driving forward technologies that impact both scientific research and real-world biomedical applications.

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Featured Publications

Yang, Y. T., Liu, Y., …, & Zhang, H. (2025). H2S-activated Type-I photochemical probe: Fluorescent self-reporting for real-time monitoring of tumor ablation. Analytical Chemistry, 97(42), 23467–23476.

Han, J. N., Yang, M., …, & Zhang, H. (2025). Light-driven ESIPT-based anthraquinone analogues for synergistic fluorescent self-reporting and photodynamic therapy of malignant tumors. Journal of Medicinal Chemistry, 68(19), 20814–20826.

Liu, J., Liu, Y., Zhi, S., Yang, Y., Kim, H., Wu, D., Wang, G., James, T. D., Yoon, J., & Zhang, H. (2025). A nanotherapeutic agent for synergistic tumor therapy: Co-activation of photochemical-biological effects. Angewandte Chemie International Edition.

Niu, H. Y., Wang, S. N., …, & Zhang, H. (2025). Naphthalimide-based Type-I nano-photosensitizers for enhanced antitumor photodynamic therapy: H₂S synergistically regulates PeT and self-assembly. Angewandte Chemie International Edition. (Early Access).

Lv, C., Li, Z., Liu, W., Yang, M., Zhang, H., Fan, J., & Peng, X. (2025). An activatable chemiluminescent self-reporting sulfur dioxide donor for inflammatory response and regulation of gaseous vasodilation. ACS Sensors.

Andrea Carpentieri | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Andrea Carpentieri | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Professor | Department of Chemical Sciences Federico II, Naples IT | Italy

Prof. Andrea Carpentieri is an accomplished biochemist whose research career spans advanced biomolecular analysis, structural proteomics, and the application of biochemical methodologies to cultural heritage. Trained at the University of Naples “Federico II,” where he specialized in Biological Chemistry, his early work focused on the structural characterization of proteins, including the analysis of recombinant enzymes and the investigation of post-translational modifications such as glycosylation and phosphorylation. Through extensive experience in mass spectrometry including ESI-MS, MALDI-TOF, FT-ICR, and multidimensional chromatography. Prof. Carpentieri developed integrated strategies that combine classical biochemical techniques with cutting-edge MS/MS procedures for detailed molecular mapping. His doctoral and postdoctoral research expanded into functional proteomics, emphasizing protein–protein interactions, differential protein expression, and the identification of biomolecular changes associated with physiological and pathological processes, including apoptosis. A significant part of his international experience was gained at Boston University School of Medicine, where he investigated uncommon post-translational modifications in human protozoan parasites, particularly focusing on O-phosphoglycosylation in Entamoeba species, with implications for diagnostics and immunology. In recent years, Prof. Carpentieri has emerged as a leading figure in the field of biochemical applications for cultural heritage. His research employs high-resolution mass spectrometry to analyze biomolecules polysaccharides, lipids, proteins, and metabolites extracted from ancient artifacts, enabling the identification of original artistic materials, degradation products, and historical production techniques. These analytical insights support archaeometric investigations and inform conservation and restoration practices. Furthermore, he has contributed to the development of environmentally sustainable chemical formulations, including biocompatible adhesives, biocides, and solvents tailored for the preservation of artworks and historical objects. His interdisciplinary work bridges chemistry, archaeology, materials science, and conservation, enhanced by collaborations with Princeton University, the Courtauld Institute of Art, and several Italian cultural institutions. Through his scientific, educational, and outreach activities, Prof. Carpentieri has significantly advanced both biochemical knowledge and the protection of cultural heritage at national and international levels.

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Featured Publications

Melchiorre, M., Melchiorre, C., Moracci, M., Somma, P. I., Markiewicz, M., Stolte, S., Cerruti, P., Ruffo, F., & Carpentieri, A. (2025). Lactic acid-based compounds as green alternative solvents for cultural heritage: Application on canvas painting restoration. Journal of Cultural Heritage. Advance online publication.

Lemos, R., Pérez-Badell, Y., De Nisco, M., Cimmino, G., Gonzalez, C., Carpentieri, A., Pacifico, S., Suárez, M., & Pedatella, S. (2025). A fullerene-based selenosugar ball. European Journal of Organic Chemistry. Advance online publication.

Lemos, R., Pérez-Badell, Y., De Nisco, M., Carpentieri, A., Suárez, M., & Pedatella, S. (2024). Organic chimeras based on selenosugars, steroids, and fullerenes as potential inhibitors of the β-amyloid peptide aggregation. ChemPlusChem, 90(3), e202400404.

Amato, L., De Rosa, C., Omodei, D., Tufano, C. C., Buono, R., Tuccillo, C., Roviello, G. N., Spinelli, M., Fontanarosa, C., Papaccio, F., Camerlingo, R., Morgillo, F., Carpentieri, A., Amoresano, A., Tirino, V., Iommelli, F., Corte, C. M. D., Del Vecchio, S., & De Rosa, V. (2025). Synergistic effects of oncogene inhibition and pyruvate dehydrogenase kinase blockade in resistant NSCLC cells. Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) – Molecular Basis of Disease, 1871, 168014.

Cipolletta, B., Morelli, M., Perlingieri, C., Somma, P. I., Amoresano, A., Marino, G., & Carpentieri, A. (2024). Molecular characterization of adhesives (glue lining pastes) used in restoration. Analytical Chemistry, 96(42), 16551–16560.