Mrs. Mahsa Sanaei | Environmental Chemistry | Best Researcher Award
Faculty of Environment University of Tehran, Italy
👨🎓Profiles
🎓 Early Academic Pursuits
Mrs. Mahsa Sanaei began her academic journey in Applied Chemistry at the prestigious K. N. Toosi University of Technology, where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree, ranking third among her peers. Her dedication and aptitude led her to pursue a Master of Science in Inorganic Chemistry at Sharif University of Technology, again securing a top-three position in her department. Fuelled by a growing interest in environmental issues, she transitioned into the realm of Environmental Sciences for her second Master’s degree at the Graduate Faculty of Environment, University of Tehran, where she graduated at the top of her class.
🌍 Professional Endeavors & Research Engagements
Mrs. Sanaei’s academic excellence paved the way for her doctoral studies in Environmental Engineering at the University of Tehran. During her Ph.D., she was selected as an Erasmus Exchange Ph.D. Student at the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Politecnico di Milano, Italy. There, she specialized in Environmental and Infrastructure Engineering with a strong focus on geochemistry and soil pollution. Her multidisciplinary education and international exposure have positioned her as a promising researcher in global environmental challenges.
🔬 Contributions and Research Focus
Her research primarily revolves around environmental geochemistry, pollution control, and analytical chemistry, with specific attention to soil and water contamination. Her practical experience spans across high-end analytical instrumentation and field-based environmental monitoring. Her doctoral work bridged chemistry and environmental engineering, focusing on contaminant behavior, environmental toxicity, and remediation technologies.
🌟 Impact and Influence
Mrs. Sanaei’s influence in the academic and research community is marked by her award-winning contributions, including the 26th Research Festival Award at the University of Tehran. She has also consistently ranked among the top scholars during her educational career, showcasing both intellectual rigor and commitment to environmental sustainability.
📚 Academic Citations and Scholarly Recognition
Her scholarly work has attracted attention for its relevance to sustainable environmental practices, soil remediation, and pollution monitoring. Though citation indices were not listed, her selection for international collaboration and multiple academic awards reflect the growing recognition of her research output within academic circles.
💻 Technical Skills & Laboratory Expertise
With extensive laboratory experience, Mrs. Sanaei is proficient in operating a broad range of analytical and spectroscopic instruments, including HPLC, IC, AAS, ICP, NMR, FT-IR, Raman, DSC, SEM-EDS, XRF, XRD, AFM, STM, and more. Her familiarity with environmental and chemical analysis tools strengthens her capability to conduct high-precision environmental monitoring and pollutant characterization. Additionally, her computer literacy includes advanced use of Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Prezi, and Windows OS, alongside certification in ICDL applications.
👩🏫 Teaching Experience and Mentorship
Throughout her graduate and doctoral studies, Mrs. Sanaei has actively participated in academic mentorship and departmental research activities. She has guided junior students in lab work, data analysis, and field research. Her educational journey reflects a strong foundation for future teaching roles in environmental science and chemistry-related disciplines.
🌱 Legacy and Future Contributions
Mrs. Mahsa Sanaei stands as a committed academic with a strong background in chemistry and environmental engineering. Her vision includes contributing to sustainable development goals, especially in the areas of soil and water quality improvement, environmental education, and green technology implementation. With her cross-disciplinary knowledge, she is poised to be a thought leader in environmental policy, research, and education, both within Iran and internationally.
📖Notable Publications
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Effective Elimination of Pb (II) Cations from Waste Water and Polluted Water Using Siderite Magnetic Biochar
Authors: Mahsa Sanaei, Saeid Giti Pour, Razyeh Lak, Abdolreza Karbassi
Journal/Source: Preprint on Crossref (DOI: 10.21203/rs.3.rs-4023493/v1)
Year: 2024 -
Synthesis of Magnetic Biochar Composites for Enhanced Soil Toxic Metal Pollution Adsorption
Authors: Mahsa Sanaei
Journal/Source: RSC Chemical Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Network Annual Symposium (Conference Abstract)
Year: 2022 -
The National Soil Pollution Prevention and Treatment Instruction Essay of IRAN
Authors: Mahsa Sanaei
Journal/Source: The Earth Research Institute, Geological Survey & Mineral Explorations of Iran (GSI), TEHRAN, IRAN
Year: 2021 -
A Survey on Radioactive Waste Management in Iran
Authors: Mahsa Sanaei
Journal/Source: Joint ICTP IAEA International School on Radioactive Waste Cementation, ICTP, Trieste, Italy (Lecture)
Year: 2020 -
Data Analysis of Metal Contamination in the Coastline Sediments of the Persian Gulf Using Principal Component Factor Analysis
Authors: Mahsa Sanaei
Journal/Source: Climate Change, Volume 3, Number 11, Pages 786–851
Year: 2017 -
Environmental Geochemical Atlas of West Azerbaijan Province
Authors: Mahsa Sanaei
Journal/Source: The Earth Research Institute, Geological Survey & Mineral Explorations of Iran (GSI), TEHRAN, IRAN (Book)
Year: 2017