Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tahereh Momeni Isfahani | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award
Islamic Azad University, Iran
👨🎓Profiles
🎓 Early Academic Pursuits
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tahereh Momeni Isfahani laid the foundation of her academic career in chemistry with a B.Sc. from Islamic Azad University, Arak (1996). She advanced her expertise with a Master’s degree from the University of Isfahan, where her thesis focused on the design and construction of an optical sensor using polymeric membranes for nickel (II) ion detection. Her Ph.D., completed in 2014 at Islamic Azad University of Arak, further deepened her analytical skills with a thesis centered on simultaneous determination of cations and equilibrium studies through spectrophotometric and chemometrics methods. These early academic experiences shaped her proficiency in sensor technology and analytical chemistry.
💼 Professional Endeavors
Throughout her career, Dr. Momeni Isfahani has contributed significantly to the field of electrochemical sensor development and analytical chemistry. She holds a pivotal role on the Science Committee at Arak Branch of Islamic Azad University. Her supervision experience is notable, mentoring 12 MSc and 6 PhD students to graduation and advising a total of 32 graduate researchers. She remains actively involved in both academic research and applied projects, bridging theoretical chemistry with practical sensor fabrication and environmental applications.
🔬 Contributions and Research Focus
Her research is prominently focused on advanced sensor fabrication, particularly electrochemical sensors for biological applications such as neurotransmitter detection. A highlight is her innovative work on a pencil graphite electrode modified with electrospun polyacrylonitrile and Sudan Black B nanofibers, achieving sensitive dopamine detection in plasma samples. This advancement holds clinical relevance in neuroscience and disease monitoring. Additional research includes heavy metal removal from aqueous solutions, trace gold detection, and development of extraction methods, reflecting her versatile expertise in analytical methods like QSAR/QSPR, cyclic voltammetry, and various extraction techniques.
🌍 Impact and Influence
Dr. Momeni Isfahani’s work has earned recognition and provisional nomination for the prestigious Best Researcher Award. Her publications have been cited over 350 times, reflecting her growing influence in the scientific community. Her innovative sensor designs enhance capabilities for early disease diagnostics and environmental monitoring, impacting fields such as neuroscience, environmental science, and nanotechnology.
📊 Academic Cites and Recognition
With an h-index of 9 on Scopus and citations from 359 documents, her research outputs consistently contribute to scholarly discourse. Publications in reputable journals such as the Journal of Cluster Science and Journal of Nanostructures underline her scientific rigor and commitment to advancing sensor technology and analytical chemistry.
🛠️ Technical Skills
Dr. Momeni Isfahani excels in sensor fabrication techniques, including electrospinning and electrochemical sensor design. Her methodological expertise spans cyclic voltammetry, solid-phase extraction, liquid-liquid extraction, and cloud point extraction. She is adept in using chemometric tools for simultaneous multi-ion detection and equilibrium studies, emphasizing her multidisciplinary command over both chemical analysis and materials science.
👩🏫 Teaching Experience
Her dedication to education is evident through her extensive supervision of graduate students at MSc and PhD levels. She fosters the next generation of chemists by integrating cutting-edge research topics with practical laboratory skills, thereby ensuring her mentees gain both theoretical knowledge and hands-on expertise.
🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions
Dr. Momeni Isfahani’s legacy lies in her pioneering sensor research with practical applications in health and environmental sciences. Looking forward, she aims to further refine sensitive detection methods for neurotransmitters and trace metals, expanding the impact of her work on clinical diagnostics and pollution control. Her ongoing mentorship will continue to cultivate innovative research, inspiring advancements in analytical chemistry.
📖Notable Publications
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QSAR studies of quinoline alkaloids camptothecin derivatives for prediction anticancer activity using linear and nonlinear methods
Authors: Mohebbi, S.; Shafiei, F.; Momeni Isfahani, T.; Ahmadi Sabegh, M.
Journal: International Journal of Quantum Chemistry
Year: 2024 -
QSPR study to predict some of quantum chemical properties of anticancer imidazo[4,5-b]pyridine derivatives using genetic algorithm multiple linear regression and molecular descriptors
Authors: Jafari, M.; Momeni Isfahani, T.; Shafiei, F.; Senejani, M.A.
Journal: International Journal of Quantum Chemistry
Year: 2024 -
Development of a novel method for determination of Ultra-Trace gold in cosmetics based on ion Pair-Dispersive Liquid-Liquid microextraction Assisted syringe to syringe coupled to Tailor-Made Quartz Atom Concentrator tube -flame atomic absorption Spectrometry: Experimental design optimization
Authors: Mahmoud Asadieraghi; Tahereh Momeni Isfahani; Masumeh Abdoli Senejani
Journal: Microchemical Journal
Year: 2024 -
QSPR analysis to predict some quantum chemical properties of 2‐phenylindol derivatives as anticancer drugs using molecular descriptor and genetic algorithm multiple linear regression
Authors: Samira Bahrami; Fatemeh Shafiei; Azam Marjani; Tahereh Momeni Isfahani
Journal: International Journal of Quantum Chemistry
Year: 2024 -
Comparative QSAR Modeling for Predicting Anticancer Potency of Imidazo[4,5-b]Pyridine Derivatives Using GA-MLR and BP-ANN Techniques
Authors: Jafari, M.; Isfahani, T.M.; Shafiei, F.; Senejani, M.A.; Alimoradi, M.
Journal: Letters in Drug Design and Discovery
Year: 2023
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