Msenhemba Mchihi | Physical Chemistry | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Msenhemba Mchihi | Physical Chemistry | Research Excellence Award

Yaba College of Technology | Nigeria

Dr. Msenhemba Moses Mchihi is a physical chemist whose research focuses on corrosion inhibition, green chemistry, nanomaterials, electrochemistry, adsorption studies, and computational chemistry. His work centers on developing eco-friendly corrosion inhibitors derived from plant extracts, green-synthesized metal oxide nanoparticles, and nanocomposites for protecting mild steel and aluminum in acidic and alkaline environments. Through extensive electrochemical, gravimetric, spectroscopic, microscopic, gas chromatography, and density functional theory (DFT) analyses, he has contributed significantly to understanding the mechanisms, thermodynamics, and kinetics of corrosion inhibition using sustainable materials. His research also extends to adsorption studies involving heavy-metal removal from aqueous solutions using low-cost agricultural wastes such as coconut shell activated carbon and rice husk, highlighting his commitment to environmental remediation. Dr. Mchihi has authored numerous publications in reputable chemistry journals, including studies on CuO-based nanocomposites, plant-mediated zinc oxide nanoparticles, green inhibitors such as Ficus sur, Justicia schimperi, Annonamuricata, Bauhinia tomentosa, and mixtures of Codiaeum variegatum and Ficus benjamina. He has also contributed a chemistry textbook on mole concept and chemical calculations. His scholarly excellence has earned him distinctions such as the Best Staff Award of the Chemical Science Department at Yaba College of Technology and recognition from the University of Ibadan Postgraduate College. In addition to research, he has presented at multiple national and international scientific conferences and serves in administrative roles, including Examination Officer and Seminar Coordinator at Yaba College of Technology.

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Featured Publications

1. Mchihi, M. M., Olatunde, A. M., & Odozi, N. W. (2025). Electrochemical and gravimetric studies of the corrosion inhibitory properties of green synthesized copper oxide nanoparticles mediated by Ficus sur for mild steel in HCl. Jordan Journal of Chemistry, 20(2), 81–93.

2. Mchihi, M. M., Odozi, N. W., & Odimuko, A. B. (2025). Deciphering properties of Dryopteris marginalis as green corrosion inhibitor for mild steel in HCl: Electrochemical, gas chromatography and DFT studies. Sustainable Chemistry One World, 7, 100103.

3. Mchihi, M. M., Olatunde, A. M., & Odozi, N. W. (2025). CuO-based nanocomposite: Synthesis, characterization, and evaluation of the corrosion inhibition effectiveness for mild steel in HCl. Journal of Electrochemical Science and Engineering, 15(4), 2715.

4. Mchihi, M. M., Odozi, N. W., Nurudeen, A. O., Emesiani, M. C., & Seriki, B. O. (2024). Assessment of Helianthus tuberosus leaves extract as eco-friendly corrosion inhibitor for aluminum in sodium hydroxide: Insights from electrochemical, gravimetry, and computational consideration. Moroccan Journal of Chemistry, 12(4), 1462–1483.

5. Odozi, N. W., Emesiani, M. C., Charles, C. D., Seriki, B. O., & Mchihi, M. M. (2024). Electrochemical studies of the corrosion inhibitory potential of Annona muricata leaves extract on aluminum in hydrochloric acid medium. FUDMA Journal of Sciences, 8(3), 395–401.

Davide Rossi | Physical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Davide Rossi | Physical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

University of Padua, Italy

Profiles

Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Davide Rossi embarked on his academic journey in the pharmaceutical sciences by completing a combined B.S. and M.D. in Pharmacy at the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Camerino, Italy. His formative academic years laid the foundation for a multidisciplinary approach that integrates physical chemistry with pharmaceutical applications. His early interests in understanding the physicochemical behaviors of materials evolved into specialized expertise in surface tensiometry and its practical relevance in drug systems and biointerfaces.

Professional Endeavors

Dr. Rossi has been actively engaged as a Researcher Collaborator and Contractor Researcher at the Department of Pharmaceutical and Pharmacological Sciences, University of Padova, Italy. In his role, he has pioneered analytical methodologies to determine surface tension in liquids, successfully eliminating the interference of surface roughness and friction forces. His methodology culminated in a unique pure number-based approach—now recognized in surface tensiometry—which provides unprecedented precision in characterizing drug release, permeation processes, and biopharmaceutical behavior. He has also served as the Technical Director for the Osservatorio Termale Permanente (OTP), contributing significantly to studies on peloids, sanitizing technologies, and electrochemical systems in healthcare.

Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Rossi’s most impactful scientific contributions are centered around the development of innovative concepts in surface tensiometry. These include the Solid-Like Methodology (SLM), the definition of the Rossi number—a dimensionless index to describe tensiometric behavior—and the Integrated Analytical Approach (IAA), a novel framework that merges volume element, structure, and surface data to investigate dynamic behaviors in complex systems. His work bridges theoretical surface science with tangible applications in drug release, monoclonal antibody characterization, and ex vivo permeation phenomena.

Impact and Influence

The influence of Dr. Rossi’s research extends into applied pharmacological technology, especially in the thermal, biological, and electrochemical domains. His patented developments—including the Tensiometric PFPE Liquid Film, the Surface Tensiometry PFPE Liquid Film (Rossi number), and PFPE Biological Fixative—demonstrate strong translational value, particularly in pharmaceutical testing and therapeutic material innovation. His research has sparked new standards in how tensiometry is applied in quality control, safety assessments, and the material sciences.

Technical Skills

Dr. Rossi possesses extensive expertise in analytical instrumentation and surface analysis. His specialization in surface tensiometry involves precise measurement techniques and modeling of liquid-solid interactions within complex biological and synthetic systems. His methodological advancements reveal proficiency in the use of custom-built devices and multi-parametric models to investigate structural integrity and material behavior.

Teaching Experience

Though primarily a research-focused professional, Dr. Rossi has also contributed to academic mentorship and collaborative scientific exchanges within his institution and professional networks. His involvement in research contracts and inter-institutional initiatives suggests a strong role in training early-career researchers and fostering analytical thinking in pharmaceutical sciences.

Academic Collaborations and Memberships

Dr. Rossi has cultivated international research collaborations, notably as a co-founding member of the H₂S in Balneology Global Initiative, working alongside leading figures in therapeutic hydrology. He holds membership in prestigious professional organizations including the Association of Pharmacist International (API) and the American Chemical Society (ACS), aligning his research within global scientific communities and ensuring exposure to interdisciplinary innovations.

Legacy and Future Contributions

With a focus on systematizing surface data and integrating them into pharmaceutical evaluation protocols, Dr. Rossi’s legacy is the transformation of surface tensiometry from a niche analytical tool into a cornerstone of modern pharmaceutical characterization. His ongoing research aims to refine his methodologies further for broader application across natural and artificial systems. The fusion of structural science, surface dynamics, and drug technology in his work promises to influence future drug design, delivery systems, and material validation techniques.

Notable Publications

Within-tree variations in the surface free energy of wood assessed by contact angle analysis
Authors: Rossi, Davide; Rossi, Sergio; Morin, Hubert; Bettero, Antonio
Journal: Wood Science & Technology
Year: 2012

A combined chemico-mineralogical and tensiometric approach for evaluation of thermal mud quality
Authors: Rossi, Davide; Jobstraibizer, Pier Giorgio; Dal Bosco, Camilla; Bettero, Antonio
Journal: Journal of Adhesion Science and Technology
Year: 2012

Development of a tensiometric model for surface energy characterization of raw coffee beans
Authors: Rossi, Davide; Mioni, Enrico; Zancato, Mirella; Bettero, Antonio
Journal: Journal of Food Engineering
Year: 2012

1st National Catalogue of Innovations for Human Development in Albania
Authors: Uruci, Renata; Vuji, Marina; Rossi, Davide; Orefice, Simone; Turco, Lucia
Journal: Shtypshkronja Maluka (Publisher), Tirana, Albania
Year: 2012

Tenskinmetric evaluation of surface energy changes in adult skin: Evidence from 834 normal subjects monitored in controlled conditions
Authors: Dal Bosco, Camilla; Rossi, Davide; Brunetta, Andrea; Bettero, Antonio
Journal: Cosmetics
Year: 2014

The combined action TVS mud index/TVS skin test as an evaluation marker of skin functionality and thermal mud effectiveness
Authors: Rossi, Davide; Dal Bosco, Camilla; Bettero, Antonio
Journal: Journal of The Japanese Society of Balneology, Climatology and Physical Medicine
Year: 2015

Krittiya Sreebunpeng | Physical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Krittiya Sreebunpeng | Physical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Chandrakasem Rajabhat University Thailand

👨‍🎓Profiles

🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Krittiya Sreebunpeng laid a solid foundation in physics through her studies at King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT). She earned her B.S. in Physics in 2009 with a project on the calibration of radiating-time digital machines for radiation diagnosis. She went on to complete her M.S. in Physics in 2011 with a stellar GPA of 3.66, investigating the optical and scintillation properties of Pr³⁺-doped Lu₃Al₅O₁₂ crystals. Her passion for materials science culminated in a Ph.D. in Physics (2015), where her thesis focused on the luminescence and scintillation behavior of Pr³⁺-doped Lu₃Al₅O₁₂ and Y₃Al₅O₁₂ single crystal scintillators.

🔬 Research Focus and Contributions

Dr. Sreebunpeng’s core research revolves around scintillation materials, radiation detectors, crystal growth, and transparent ceramics, with extensions into nuclear safety and physics education. Her contributions to scintillator development have significantly advanced materials used in radiation detection. Two of her key completed research projects include:

  1. Photoluminescence and scintillation properties of K⁺, Pr- and Mg²⁺, Pr-doped garnet crystals (2019, funded by the National Research Council of Thailand).

  2. Fabrication of Mg²⁺ co-doped Ce:(Lu₂Y)(Al₅₋ₓGaₓ)O₁₂ ceramic scintillators for fast timing applications, supported by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation.

🌏 Global Exposure and Training

Dr. Sreebunpeng’s academic journey includes international research stints and specialized technical training. She conducted summer research at the Shanghai Institute of Optics and Fine Mechanics (SIOM), China in 2018–2019. In 2015, she enhanced her expertise with research training at the National Centre for Nuclear Research in Poland and the Institute of Physics in Prague, Czech Republic. Her participation in radiation safety and research communication workshops reflects her commitment to well-rounded scientific practice.

👩‍🏫 Teaching Experience and Academic Roles

Dr. Sreebunpeng currently serves as a lecturer in Physics at the Faculty of Science, Chandrakasem Rajabhat University since 2016. Prior to that, she was a teaching assistant at KMUTT (2009–2015) and briefly taught general physics at Muban Chombueng Rajabhat University. Her dedication to pedagogy is reflected in her continual engagement with training programs on science teaching methods, research writing techniques, and technology tools such as EndNote and XRD analysis.

🛠️ Technical Skills and Experimental Expertise

She possesses robust technical expertise in scintillator material synthesis, optical characterization, and radiation detector analysis. Her hands-on skills cover crystal growth, transparent ceramics, photoluminescence spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction (XRD), and radiation protection protocols. These proficiencies are complemented by her training in mind-mapping techniques, scientific writing, and academic communication.

🏅 Impact, Recognition, and Influence

Dr. Sreebunpeng’s research has contributed to the development of advanced scintillation materials essential in medical imaging and nuclear safety. She was selected for Thailand’s “New Generation Researcher” program and has also played a crucial role as a local trainer for the Institute for the Promotion of Teaching Science and Technology (IPST). Her involvement in the academic and research communities demonstrates her growing influence in both applied and educational physics.

🌱 Legacy and Future Directions

Looking ahead, Dr. Sreebunpeng is poised to deepen her impact in nuclear materials science and radiation detection technologies, while continuing her dedication to science education and public awareness. Her multidisciplinary approach—spanning research, teaching, and training—places her as a vital contributor to Thailand’s scientific advancement, especially in the realms of radiation safety and detector innovation.

📖Notable Publications

Temperature-dependent characteristics, light yield nonproportionality, and intrinsic energy resolution of Ce,Mg:Lu₂Y(Al,Ga)₅O₁₂ garnet ceramics
Authors: K. Sreebunpeng, Wa. Chewpraditkul, N. Pattanaboonmee, W. Chewpraditkul, R. Kucerkova, V. Babin, Y. Wang, D. Zhu, C. Hu, M. Nikl, J. Li
Journal: Radiation Physics and Chemistry
Year: 2025

Effect of Ga³⁺ content on the luminous properties of Ce³⁺-doped Lu₂YGaxAl₅₋ₓO₁₂ phosphor ceramics for potential lighting application
Authors: Y. Wang, Z. Cheng, J. Ye, D. Zhu, C. Hu, Z. Zhou, T. Li, Wa. Chewpraditkul, K. Sreebunpeng, W. Chewpraditkul, J. Li
Journal: Journal of Luminescence
Year: 2025

Luminescence and scintillation properties of fast Ce,Mg:Lu₂YGaxAl₅₋ₓO₁₂ ceramic scintillators fabricated from co-precipitated powders
Authors: K. Sreebunpeng, Wa. Chewpraditkul, W. Chewpraditkul, R. Kucerkova, A. Beitlerova, M. Nikl, T. Szczesniak, M. Grodzixja-Kobylka, D. Zhu, C. Hu, J. Li
Journal: Optical Materials
Year: 2024

Luminescence and light yield of Ce³⁺-doped (60−x)SiO₂–xBaF₂–20Al₂O₃–20Gd₂O₃ scintillation glasses: The effect of BaF₂ admixture
Authors: P. Lertloypanyachai, Wa. Chewpraditkul, N. Pattanaboonmee, N. Yawai, K. Sreebunpeng, T. Nimphaya, A. Beitlerova, M. Nikl, W. Chewpraditkul
Journal: Optik
Year: 2023

Optical, luminescence and scintillation properties of Mg²⁺-codoped (Lu,Y)₃Al₂Ga₃O₁₂:Pr garnet crystals: The effect of Y
Authors: K. Sreebunpeng, Wa. Chewpraditkul, W. Chewpraditkul, A. Yoshikawa, M.E. Witkowski, W. Drozdowski, M. Nikl
Journal: [Journal name incomplete]
Year: 2022

Sajad Ahmad | Inorganic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Sajad Ahmad | Inorganic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

National Institute of Technology, Srinagar, India

Profile👨‍🎓

📘 Early Academic Pursuits

Sajad Ahmad completed his foundational education through the Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education, achieving a strong academic standing from high school to intermediate level. Progressing to higher education, he earned a Bachelor of Science in 2016 and a Master’s in Inorganic Chemistry in 2019 from the University of Kashmir, where he maintained first-division scores.

🧑‍🔬 Professional Endeavors

He holds a Junior Research Fellowship, awarded by the University Grants Commission in New Delhi, starting in September 2022. This fellowship has facilitated his research in material science, specifically in environmental remediation and antibacterial applications using carbon-based and chitosan-modified materials.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus

Her research centers around environmental remediation, photocatalysis, and antibacterial activities. His studies include advanced materials such as oxygen-doped porous carbon adsorbents, chitosan-modified ferrite, and graphitized 3D carbon. His notable publications address topics like the remediation of hexavalent chromium, fenitrothion pesticide, and heavy metal ions in aquatic environments. Currently, he has both published and communicated several high-impact research articles, demonstrating his commitment to solving pressing environmental issues through innovative materials science.

🌍 Impact and Influence

By publishing in high-impact journals such as International Journal of Biological Macromolecules and Inorganic Chemistry Communications, He has contributed significant insights into sustainable environmental practices. His work is particularly influential in the fields of inorganic and environmental chemistry, providing practical and effective solutions for pollution control.

🛠️ Technical Skills

His technical expertise includes synthesis and characterization of adsorbent and photocatalytic materials, environmental chemistry techniques, and antimicrobial assays. His research demands a comprehensive understanding of material properties, adsorption mechanisms, and photocatalytic efficiency, which he effectively applies to his work.

🧑‍🏫 Teaching Experience

While His resume does not explicitly mention teaching experience, his active research collaborations suggest skills in mentorship and knowledge transfer, particularly in guiding others through complex experimental processes and results analysis.

🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions

He is poised to make a significant impact in sustainable materials science, aiming to develop more advanced and eco-friendly materials for pollution control. His commitment to innovation and publication in impactful journals lays the foundation for a future marked by meaningful contributions to environmental remediation and applied chemistry.

Notable Publications📖